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George Platt Lynes
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- George Platt Lynes
- JEAN COCTEAU
- Gelatin silver print
numbered 'B 491' in the negative, credit and title in pencil and with the photographer's credit stamp on the reverse, 1936
Provenance
Jane Corkin Gallery, Toronto, 2001
Literature
George Platt Lynes: Photographs from The Kinsey Institute (Boston, 1993), pl. 5
Condition
This photograph, on semi-glossy double-weight paper, is in generally excellent condition. Upon close examination, 4 tiny-to-small errant deposits of ink are visible along the left edge of the image. The lower right corner of the image and margin is creased 1/2-inch.
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print does not appear to fluoresce.
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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.