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Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'LISA LYON'
- Edition of 10
- Gelatin silver print
- 15 1/8 x 15 1/8 inches
flush-mounted, the photographer's estate stamp, signed and dated in ink by Michael Ward Stout, Executor, and with title, date, edition '3/10' and '[MAP] #836' in ink on the reverse, framed, 1982 (Lady, p. 65)
Provenance
Acquired from Robert Miller Gallery, New York, 1990
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition. Visible only upon close examination in the center portion of the image is a faint, small scratch that appears to break the emulsion. The lower left margin corner is bumped, and there is a small loss of the top-paper ply.
On the reverse of the mount, 'RMG #M9003.001-C' is written in an unidentified hand in pencil. There is some light soiling on the reverse of the mount.
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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.