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Maurits Cornelis Escher
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Phosphorescent Sea (B./K./L./W. 231)
- lithograph
- 327 by 245 mm 12 7/8 by 9 5/8 in
- sheet 423 by 321 mm 16 5/8 by 12 5/8 in
Lithograph, 1933, signed in pencil and numbered 'No 20/20', inscribed 'Lichtende Dec 25.- No 29' on buff Hollande paper
Condition
The print is in good condition, with wide margins. There are soft handling creases throughout. The margins with an infrequent pale fox mark. Remains of tape hinges verso (two at top and bottom, one at center left and right) have slightly discolored the sheet edges recto.
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.