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Norman Rockwell 1894-1978
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Norman Rockwell
- Portrait of Richard Nixon
- signed with the artist's initials NR, l.r.
- charcoal on paper
- 20 3/4 by 16 in.
- 52.7 by 40.7 cm.
- Executed in 1960.
Provenance
Private Collection
Acquired by the present owners from the above
Literature
Laurie Norton Moffat, Norman Rockwell: A Definitive Catalogue, vol. I, Stockbridge, Massachusetts, 1986, no. C501a, p. 231, illustrated p. 230
Condition
in good condition; pinholes scattered along the edges; remnants of glue from old pieces of scotch tape (formerly used to hold sheet in place) scattered along extreme edges; corners of sheet fit into tissue pockets on backing
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The present work is a study for the November 5, 1960 cover of the Saturday Evening Post.