Lot 37
  • 37

Mary Cassatt

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description

  • Mary Cassatt
  • LE THÉ
  • pointe-sèche, très belle épreuve du cinquième (et dernier) état, imprimée en ton légèrement bistré, avec barbe et un léger voile d'encre laissé par la planche, sur papier vergé filigrané Vanderley.
  • planche : 18,1 x 15,5 cm ; 7 1/8 x 6 1/8 in.
  • feuille : 35,2 x 21,3 cm ; 13 7/8 x 8 3/8 in.

Literature

Breeskin 133

Condition

With wide margins, a deckle edge at top, right and below, a couple of fox marks in the image, very pale scattered fox marks in the margins, a soft diagonal fold in the lower right corner, inscribed 'pointe sèche' and 'B. 133' in pencil in lower margin, otherwise in good condition
"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."

Catalogue Note

drypoint, a fine impression of the fifth (final) state, printed in dark brown, with burr and plate tone, on laid paper watermarked Vanderley.