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Lee Bontecou
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Lee Bontecou
- Fifth Stone (Sparks 5)
- lithograph
- sheet 1048 by 757 mm 41 1/4 by 29 3/4 in
Lithograph printed in black and yellow, 1964, signed in pencil, dated and inscribed 'H. C. 2-3', an hors commerce impression aside from the numbered edition of 27, on cream BFK Rives paper, with the publisher's blindstamp, ULAE, West Islip, NY, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, with full margins. Pale discoloration in the margins comprises occasional tiny fox marks, areas of oxidation and two damp stains at bottom, time stain at the sheet edges. Occasional printer's creases throughout, additional creasing at the sheet edges and pin-holes at lower corners. The verso with three patches of skinning at top and bottom and other minor imperfections.
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.