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Ansel Adams
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Ansel Adams
- 'FACE OF HALF DOME'
- parmelian print
Parmelian print, signed 'Adams' and numbered '244' in pencil in the margin, in vellum letterpress wrappers, numbered and titled in pencil, 1927; accompanied by the original matching envelope (400 Photographs, p. 35)
Provenance
The photographer to Albert Bender, 1927-29
Albert Bender to Alma Lavenson, 1927-29
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1989
Condition
This photograph, with the deep blacks typical of Parmelian prints, is in generally excellent condition. The tip of the upper left margin corner is slightly creased. The wrappers are in generally excellent condition, with only a few light fingerprint on the inside.
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.