Lot 9
  • 9

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • Goosander (Plate CCCXXXI)
  • print on paper
  • sheet 645 by 975 mm 25 3/8 by 38 3/8 in
Hand-colored engraving with etching and aquatint, 1836, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J. Whatman 1856 watermark

Condition

In good condition except the colors very slightly attenuated and scattered fox marks throughout the image, the sheet edges with time stain and the upper sheet edge with several tack holes and unevenly trimmed, fox marks and soiling verso.
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.