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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- John James Audubon (After), American Flamingo (Plate CCCCXXXI)
- Hand-colored engraving with etching and aquatint
- sheet 971 by 650 mm 38 1/4 by 25 5/8 in
Hand-colored engraving with etching and aquatint, 1838, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J. Whatman 1838 watermark, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, the colors fresh, with full margins. A semi-circular skillfully repaired tear at center measuring 1/2 inch. The sheet with inconspicuous scattered foxing, uneven pale discoloration (visible in the unpainted areas of the sky), time stain at sheet edges, the lower margin with occasional surface soiling, the disbound edge at left with stitch holes.
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.