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Andy Warhol
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Andy Warhol
- Al La Recherche du Shoe Perdu
- signed, titled and dedicated To Mrs Jan Pierce on the cover
- watercolor on letterpress illustration, in 16 parts
- i and ii: 18 1/2 by 12 in. 47 by 30.5 cm.; iii-xiv: 9 by 12 in. 22.9 by 30.5 cm.
- xv: 5 1/2 by 12 in. 14 by 30.5 cm.; xvi: 25 1/2 by 15 1/2 in. 64.8 by 39.4 cm.
- Executed circa 1955.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
These works are in very good condition overall. The sheets have yellowed slightly with age. The title sheets and Shoe Bright, Shoe Light exhibit evidence of light staining. The red stockinged leg exhibits a horizontal crease in the center of the sheet which is typical of this work. The sheets exhibit scattered evidence of light foxing. Framed in groupings under Plexiglas.
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.