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Lot 212
  • 212

David Hockney

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • David Hockney
  • Contrejour in the French Style (S.A.C. 167)
  • etching
  • plate 740 by 735 mm 29 1/8 by 29 in
  • sheet 992 by 916 mm 39 by 36 in
Etching printed in colors, 1974, signed in pencil, dated and inscribed 'A.P IX', an artist's proof, aside from the numbered edition of 75, on Inveresk mouldmade paper, published by Petersburg Press, London, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition overall. There is pale time stain along the sheet edges and a small area of discoloration is visible in the lower margin. A soft handling crease and a tiny shiny spot can be seen at the upper sheet edge under raking light.
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.
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