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Jasper Johns
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Jasper Johns
- Fizzles (Foirades) (ULAE 173)
- overall 333 by 255 mm 13 1/8 by 10 in
The complete book, comprising 31 etchings printed in black, two printed in colors, and one lithograph printed in colors for the end papers, with accompanying text by Samuel Beckett, signed by the artist and the author on the page de numérotation, this copy numbered 157/250 (total edition includes 30 artist's proofs), on Richard de Bas handmade paper, printed by Aldo Crommelynck, Paris, published by Petersburg Press, 1975-76, in good condition apart from occasional offsetting, contained in the original linen-covered box
Condition
The book is in good condition overall. Some sheets have pale offsetting from the etchings. There is a small brown stain on the underside of the portfolio box.
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.