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Lot 240
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Man Ray

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Man Ray
  • A l'heure de l'observatoire: les amoureux
  • lithograph
  • 354 by 900 mm 14 by 35 3/8 in
  • sheet 678 by 1038 mm 26 3/4 by 40 7/8 in
Lithograph, 1967, signed in pencil and numbered 22/150, on wove paper, published by Jean Pitihory, Paris, framed

Condition

The sheet with wide margins, in good condition apart from faint light-stain, the left sheet edge folded under vertically 3/8 of an inch. A few areas of skinning are visible in the margins in a raking light, the hinges pressing through slightly and with associated soft creasing. The verso with pale mat stain.
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.