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Bertha Boynton Lum
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Bertha Boynton Lum
- "Rain"
signed in pencil, dated and numbered 176
woodcut printed in colors
Provenance
Conrad R. Graebner, Glyndon, MD, 1996
Literature
Nancy E. Green and Jessie Poesch, Arthur Wesley Dow and American Arts & Crafts, New York, 1999, p. 36
Condition
On Japan paper, with margins, presumably in very good condition apart from pale discoloration at sheet corners, not examined out of frame. This work is framed in an attractive modern gilt wood from (see photo on Sothebys.com) which accompanies the lot. The frame with some occasional small losses to the gilding. There are narrow (2 mm-7mm) margins surrounding the image. The print is in good condition apart from adheisve discoloration at the sheet corners recto.
Sheet dimensions: 293 by 164 mm
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.