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Andy Warhol
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Andy Warhol
- Reigning Queens: Queen Elizabeth II (F. & S. IIB.334)
- screenprint
- Sheet: 1000 by 800mm; 39 3/8 by 31 1/2 in
Screenprint in a unique combination of colours, 1985, signed in pencil, inscribed and numbered TP 12/30 in pencil (a trial proof aside from the regular edition of 40), printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, New York (and with his blindstamp), published by George C. P. Mulder, Amsterdam, on Lenox Museum Board
Condition
The full sheet printed to the edges, with fresh colours and in very good condition apart from a fine surface scratch through her right eyebrow (measuring approx. 4cm), additional minor surface scuffs, and mottling in her crown, all only visible in a raking light, with a few nicks at the sheet edges, framed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."