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Ralston Crawford
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Ralston Crawford
- PHOTOGRAM WITH HAND, RAZOR, AND GLASS OBJECT
Unique gelatin silver print
a unique object, circa 1947
Provenance
Barry Singer Gallery, Petaluma, 2000
Condition
This unique photogram, on lightly textured paper with a slight surface sheen, is in generally excellent condition. A fine patina of silvering is visible, primarily at the periphery. There is very minor edge wear and resultant chipping, and the tip of the upper left corner is creased. The white area of the hand is lightly darkened near the edge of the print. The reverse of the print is soiled from handling. Written on the reverse in an unknown hand in pencil is 'P15764 JC.'
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.