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Maurits Cornelis Escher
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Three Spheres I (Bool /Kist /Locher /Wierda 336)
- 280 by 170 mm 11 by 6 5/8 in
Wood engraving, 1945, signed in pencil and inscribed 'eigendruck', on thin Japan paper, with wide margins, in good condition apart from a flattened vertical crease at the upper sheet edge extending just into the image, pale mat stain in the margins, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition as catalogued. The crease is generally unobtrusive and measures circa 3 inches, extending about an inch into the image at top center. The outer margins have darkened slightly due to exposure to an acidic mat and there is very minor surface soiling in places.
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.