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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- American Black Bear (Plate CKLI)
- hand-colored lithograph
- sheet 554 by 706 mm 21 13/16 by 27 13/16 in
Hand-colored lithograph, 1848, by J. T. Bowen, on wove paper, framed
Condition
In good condition except the paper toned overall, the sheet edges with pale discoloration from the frame and a two and a half inch faint linear stain at lower right. There are small repaired tears along the lower and right sheet edges and small paper losses are visible at the right (top and bottom) and the upper left corners. The sheet is backed and there are remains of adhesive 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.