Jasper Johns

the complete set of ten lithographs, 1968, each signed in pencil, dated and numbered 27/70, on Copperplate Deluxe paper, with the blindstamp of the publisher, Gemini G.E.L., with full margins, in good condition apart from pale discoloration in the margins and occasional soft creases, framed. 10 works.

The prints are generally in good condition overall. There is creasing in places at the sheet edges, most noticeable in the upper right sheet edge. Some plates have pale light-stain, and all have time stain along the sheet edges. Following are condition reports for the individual numerals: Numeral 0: There is pale time stain along the sheet edges. There are occasional soft creases along the sheet edges. Numeral 1: There is pale light-stain throughout, and pale time stain along the sheet edges. There is a soft crease in the upper right sheet edge. There are a few pale horizontal bands of discoloration, verso. Numeral 2: There is pale light-stain throughout, and pale time stain along the sheet edges. There is a soft crease in the upper right sheet edge, and a pale stain at the upper left sheet corner. Numeral 3: There is pale time stain along the sheet edges. There are a few soft creases along the right sheet edge, most noticeable at the lower right corner. Numeral 4: There is pale light-stain throughout, and pale time stain along the sheet edges. There is a soft crease in the upper right sheet edge, and a soft crease at the lower left sheet edge. There is a very tiny and unobtrusive speck of old adhesive at right. Numeral 5: There is pale time stain along the sheet edges. There are occasional soft creases along the right sheet edge. There is a pale fox mark in the lower left margin. Numeral 6: There is pale light-stain throughout, and pale time stain along the sheet edges. There are a few soft creases along the right sheet edge, most noticeable at upper right. Numeral 7: There is pale light-stain throughout, and pale time stain along the sheet edges. There are a few soft creases along the right sheet edge. Numeral 8: There is pale light-stain throughout, and pale time stain along the sheet edges. There are occasional soft creases along the right sheet edge. Numeral 9: There is time stain along the sheet edges. There are a few soft creases along the right sheet edge, extending into the sheet approximately 2 inches.
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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