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James McNeill Whistler
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- James McNeill Whistler
- Seats, Gray's Inn (K. 299); The Beach, Ostend (K. 354)
- Plate: 80 by 177mm; 3 1/8 by 7in; Sheet: 130 by 236mm; 5 by 9¼in
- Plate: 80 by 183mm; 3¼ by 7in; Sheet: 122 by 218mm; 14¾ by 8½in
Two etchings printed in brown with tone, rare impressions printed later by Nathaniel Sparks, both signed by Sparks, inscribed imp with his insignia in pencil verso, each also signed and inscribed by Rosalind Birnie Philip The 1st of an issue of 3 prints taken from the original plate by my authority, on cream laid paper, with margins, in good condition apart from very slight light-staining
Condition
The mentioned light-staining is minor, there are one or two stray fox marks, Seats, Gray's Inn has two ruled sepia ink lines along top margin, one verso, these are very pale
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."