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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- White Heron (Plate CCCLXXXVI)
- handcolored etching, engraving and aquatinit
- sheet 642 by 962 mm 25 1/4 by 37 7/8 in
Hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint, 1837, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J. Whatman Turkey Mill 1837 watermark
Condition
The print is in good condition. The colors slightly attenuated, most noticably in the yellow beak and green of the grass blades in the background. The top margin is trimmed irregularly with several 1/16 inch tears. Occasional areas of discoloration in the margins, most noticeable in the lower left corner. A vertical crease runs along the left margin 1/4 inch from the sheet edge. The verso with scattered soiling and several hinge remains along the sheet edges.
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.