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Robert Frank
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Frank
- 'CONVENTION' (DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION, CHICAGO)
- Gelatin silver print
signed, titled, and dated in ink in the margin, the photographer's copyright stamp, credit and date in ink, and his 'Robert Frank Archive' stamp with title, annotation and number '305' in pencil, on the reverse, 1956, printed in the 1970s
Condition
This print, on double-weight paper with a surface sheen, is in generally excellent condition. There is a tiny (1/8-inch) tear at the lower margin edge. This does not affect the image in any way. When examined in raking light, 3 soft crescent-shaped handling creases are visible in the image.
On the reverse, there are remnants of 2 small cloth tape hinges at the upper edge.
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.