- 93
Salvador Dalí
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Salvador Dalí
- le decameron (M./L. 552-61)
- sheets 450 by 320 mm 17 3/4 by 12 5/8 in
The complete portfolio, comprising ten drypoints printed in colors, hors-texte, each signed in pencil, numbered XIII on the justification page (10 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition overall. There are fingerprints on some sheets and occasional light surface soiling. The sheets are very slighty time stained at the edges. The portfolio box is broken at all four corners and is worn throughout.
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.
Catalogue Note
One of 25 copies numbered in Roman numerals, aside from the Arabic numeral edition of 125. On Chiffon de la Dore paper, lacking the additional suite of ten drypoints as called for in this edition, published by Transworld Art, New York and Fribourg, 1972, the full sheets, contained in the original metal-sheathed boards and portfolio