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Currier and Ives (Publishers)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Currier and Ives (Publishers)
- Arguing the Point (Gale 287)
- lithograph with hand-coloring and touches of gum arabic
- 468 by 610 mm 18 3/8 by 24 in
- sheet 620 by 832 mm 24 3/8 by 32 3/4 in
Hand-colored lithograph with touches of gum arabic, 1855, after Arthur F. Tait, on wove paper, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition with wide margins. The sheet slightly darkened overall with light- and mat stain, and a tiny surface scrape in the image (background sky) with associated pigment loss. The margins with occasional foxing and surface soiling. Tiny nicks, a small tear at lower left and minor paper losses at the extreme sheet edges. The verso with additional soiling, skinning and discoloration.
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.
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.