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Edward Steichen
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Edward Steichen
- ANNE COOK, VOGUE
- Gelatin silver print
the photographer's '80 West 40th Street, New York' studio, Condé Nast copyright, and publication stamps, and titled, dated, and annotated in ink, pencil, and crayon, on the reverse, framed, the Buhl Collection label on the reverse, 1933 (Vogue, 1 August 1933)
Provenance
Howard Greenberg Gallery, New York, 1993
Condition
This warm-toned early print, on double-weight matte-surface paper, is in generally good condition. There are 2 inked horizontal lines on the print for purposes of defining the interior space in which the model is posing. The edges are somewhat rubbed, the corners are slightly bumped, and there are pinholes in the upper corners. There is a tiny (about 1/16-inch) tear at the right margin edge. When examined in raking light, silvering is visible.
The reverse of the photograph is slightly soiled.
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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.