Lot 139
  • 139

Horst P. Horst (1906-1999)

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Horst P. Horst
  • Ophelia (Lisa Fonssagrives), 1939
  • 484 by 372mm
Platinum palladium print, signed in pencil in the margin. Signed and editioned '5/25' in pencil on the reverse, also annotated '#177' in pencil. Printed later. Framed.

Literature

First published in US Vogue, 1st January 1940.
Seidner, D. 1996, p. 81.

Condition

Not examined out of frame. Sight area in excellent condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."