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James McNeill Whistler
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- James McNeill Whistler
- The Riva, No. 2 (K. 206)
- etching
- 208 by 306 mm 8 1/4 by 12 1/8 in
Etching printed in dark brown, 1879-80, a fine impression of the first state (of two), signed in pencil on the tab with the butterfly and inscribed 'imp', from Twenty-Six Etchings, on laid paper, published by Dowdeswell & Dowdeswells, Publishers, Etc., London, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition. Two squares of pale discoloration (each measuring approx. 1 1/4 by 1 in.) at upper left and right from hinges verso, with a few inconspicuous fox marks verso showing through recto, a tiny tear at bottom right. The initials JB or LW in a square in pencil verso.
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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.