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Marc Chagall
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Marc Chagall
- Der Gelbe Hahn (Kornfeld 116)
- etching and aquatint
- 447 by 285 mm 17 5/8 by 11 1/4 in
- sheet 535 by 390 mm 21 1/8 by 15 3/8 in
Etching and aquatint printed in colors, 1960, signed in pencil and numbered 73/75, on Arches wove paper, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition and the margins are full. Exposure to light over time has slightly attenuated the colors (particularly the yellow in the lower image) and resulted in two windows of light- and mat stain around the image, darkest at the mat openings. The verso with mat stain, scattered foxing not visible recto and remains of adhesive with associated skinning at the upper sheet corners.
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.