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Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'PARROT TULIPS'
- Edition of 10
- Gelatin silver print
- 24 x 20 inches
signed, dated, and editioned '7/10' in ink in the margin, flush-mounted, the photographer's copyright stamp, signed and dated, and with title, date, edition, and '[MAP] 1853' in ink on the reverse, framed, a Robert Miller Gallery, New York, label on the reverse, 1988 (Pistils, p. 99)
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition. Faint silvering is visible at the image periphery where the print is covered by the mat. There is light soiling along the lower margin edge. There is minor wear to the margin and mount edges and on the reverse of the mount.
On the reverse of the mount, 'RMG M8808 . 059-C' is written in an unidentified hand in pencil.
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.