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Lot 101
  • 101

M. C. Escher

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • M. C. Escher
  • Inside St. Peters; AND Dream, Mantis Religiosa (B./K./L./W. 270 & 272)
  • wood engravings
  • first sheet 317 by 400 mm 12 1/2 by 15 3/4 in
  • second sheet 370 by 293 mm 14 5/8 by 11 1/2 in
Two wood engravings, 1935, each signed in pencil, the first inscribed 'eigendruk', on laid paper, each framed (2 prints)

Condition

Inside St. Peters: in good condition, with wide (full) margins. A tiny tear at upper right sheet edge (1/4 in.), an occasional soft handling crease in the margins. Dream, Mantis Religiosa: in generally good condition, with wide margins, except the sheet laid down to the backing board.
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.