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Edward Lear
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- Edward Lear
- A Mountain Gorge - Greece
- inscribed in Greek Ayios TTavlos and dated 10 Sept. 1856 lower right
- watercolor and ink on paper. Together with Attributed to Francesco Zuccarelli, DESIGN FOR A SNUFF BOX COVER, ink wash on paper. 2 works.
- sight: 8 1/2 by 5 1/4 in.
- 21.6 by 13.3 cm
Condition
Lear: Translation of the Greek is Saint Paul. The sheet is in fair condition. There are areas of lighter discoloration scattered throughout the sheet. Not examined out of the frame.
Zuccarelli: 3 in. diameter (7.6 cm). In generally good condition. Appears to be laid down onto the mat. A very minor disruption in the paper evident in the upper left area near to the edge. Not examined out of the frame. Ready to hang.
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.