Lot 7
  • 7

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • Black-crowned Night Heron (Plate CCXXXVI)
  • handcolored engraving, engraving and aquatint
  • sheet 641 by 974 mm 25 1/4 by 38 3/8 in
Hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint, 1835, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J. Whatman 1831 watermark

Condition

The print is in good condition except the sheet has been trimmed (1/4-1/2 inch). There are scattered fox marks in the image, most noticeable in the sky in addition to a large fox mark in the neck of the crouching bird. Tiny paper loss in the foliage in the upper right. Mat stain and time stain 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.