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George H. Seeley
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- George H. Seeley
- THE FIREFLY
- Platinum print
platinum print, framed, the Buhl Collection label on the reverse, circa 1906
Provenance
Charles Isaacs, Inc., Malvern, Pennsylvania, 1998
Literature
Camera Work Number 20 (New York, 1907), pl. 1 (a photogravure)
Condition
This warm-toned, soft-focused print is in essentially excellent condition. The tones range from velvety brown to warm-white. Upon very close examination, tiny deposits of expertly applied original retouching are visible overall.There is light graphite-colored soiling on the reverse of the print. Also on the reverse is one small hinge remnant near the upper edge.
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.