- 100
M. C. Escher
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- San Cosimo, Ravello; Turello, Southern Italy; AND Dusk (B./K./L./W. 208-209 & 340)
- two lithographs and one mezzotint
- first and second sheets approx. 412 by 321 mm 16 1/4 by 12 5/8 in
- third sheet 321 by 224 mm 12 5/8 by 8 7/8 in
Two lithographs, 1932, each signed in pencil, numbered 'No 9/24' and 'No 6/24' respectively, on wove paper; and one mezzotint, the second state, 1946, signed in pencil, numbered 'No 15/15' and inscribed 'eigendruk', on laid paper (3 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition, with wide (full) margins.
Both lithographs with two soft horizontal creases extending to the middle of the sheet from right, pale light-stain, and a few fox marks at the extreme sheet edges, occasional soft handling creases. In addition, San Cosimo verso with a small area of discoloration at left. Turello with a few tiny tears at the bottom and lower right sheet edges.
The mezzotint with a few inconspicuous fox marks 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.
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.