Peter Beard

a diptych, the first photograph titled, dated, and annotated and the second signed by the photographer on the image in white ink, matted and framed together, the photographer's credit, copyright, and gallery information stamps and a Centre Nationale de la Photographie, Paris, stamp on the reverse, 1976, printed later

Acquired by the present owner from The Time Is Always Now, New York, 1997

These warm-toned prints, on matte-surface paper, are in generally excellent condition. The prints are secured to the window mat with small pieces of tape on the reverse.
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.
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The Peter Beard Studio has confirmed the authenticity of this lot.