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Bernd & Hilla Becher
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Bernd and Hilla Becher
- Pittsburgh
signed, titled and dated 1968
- two gelatin silver prints
- each: 11 3/4 by 15 3/4 in.
- 29.8 by 40 cm.
Provenance
Acquired from the artist by the previous owner
By descent to the present owner
Condition
This work has been recently professionally conserved; a full treatment report is available upon request. There are small deposits of inpainting and retouching on the bottom print visible under raking light. Near the upper right corner of the top print there is a ¾ inch area of discoloration, possibly due to adhesive. There are scattered fine and intermittent surface abrasions to both prints. There is minor curling and wear to the edges. None of these condition issues are immediately apparent when viewing the prints from a normal distance. Both prints are hinged verso to the matte. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.