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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Polar Bear (Plate XCI)
- lithograph on paper
- sheet 540 by 688 mm 21 1/4 by 27 1 /16 in
Hand-colored lithograph, 1846, by J. T. Bowen, on wove paper, framed
Condition
In good condition, except very pale discoloration at sheet edges, most noticeable at left and upper edge, a few small fox marks lower left sheet edge, there are seven nicks in the left and upper sheet edges, the right sheet edge with pressure marks from spacer of the frame, the sheet backed.
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.