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Henri Cartier-Bresson
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Cartier-Bresson
- 'L'HOMME ET LA MACHINE, VISAGE D'ASIE'
- Gelatin silver print
credit and title in pencil on the reverse, framed, the Buhl Collection label on the reverse, 1947, printed later
Provenance
Nathalie Karg, Ltd., New York, 1995
Exhibited
Palm Beach Photographic Centre, Full of Grace, January - March 2012
Literature
Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Face of Asia (New York, 1972), p. 58
Condition
This photograph, on double-weight semi-glossy paper, is in generally very good condition. The margin edges are worn and chipped. In high raking light, the following are visible: a one-inch crescent-shaped crease that appears to break the emulsion in the upper right quadrant; two 1/2-inch creases to the upper-right corner; and a number of hairline creases extending into the image from the upper and upper-left margin edges.
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print appears to fluoresce noticeably.
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.
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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.