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Henri Cartier-Bresson
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Henri Cartier-Bresson
- RUE MOUFFETARD
- Gelatin silver print
large-format, signed in ink and blindstamped in the margin, 1954, printed later (Cartier-Bresson, pl. 141)
Provenance
Acquired from A Gallery for Fine Photography, New Orleans, 1990
Condition
This image also appears in 'A Propos de Paris,' pl. 16 and 'The Artless Art,' pl. 150)
This print, on medium-weight paper with a semi-glossy, slightly pebbled surface, is in generally excellent condition. As is typical of prints of this image, when examined in raking light, tiny deposits of original retouching are visible throughout.
"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."