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Sam Francis
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Sam Francis
- The Five Continents in Summertime (Lembark I53; SFE-020)
- sheet 757 by 1414 mm 28 3/4 by 55 5/8 in
Five aquatints printed in colors, on one sheet of BFK Rives wove paper, 1984, signed in pencil and inscribed 'CTP VI', one of six color trial proofs, aside from the edition of 20, published by The Litho Shop, Inc., with margins, in good condition apart from handling creases in the margins, two sharp horizontal creases at the lower right sheet edge, tack holes at the extreme sheet corners
Condition
The print is in good condition overall. There are handling creases in the margins, most noticeable at right, and two sharp horizontal creases at the lower right sheet edge (approximately 8 and 5 inches). There is an irregularly torn deckle edge at bottom.
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.