Lot 65
  • 65

Maurits Cornelis Escher

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • M. C. Escher
  • Three Spheres I (Locher 336)
  • woodcut on paper
  • Image: 280 by 168mm; 11 by 6 5/8 in
  • Sheet: 330 by 255mm; 13 by 10in
Wood engraving, 1945, signed in pencil, titled and inscribed eigen druk, Houtsnede "Drie bollen", on japan paper

Condition

With full margins, in good condition apart from occasional soft handling creases in the margins, attached to the board along the upper edge of sheet verso with some white paper tape. Part of an Italian custom stamp at upper left corner recto
"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."