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Brett Weston
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Brett Weston
- BAY CITY STEAMBOAT
- gelatin silver print
mounted, signed and dated in pencil on the reverse, 1939
Provenance
Acquired from Erica Weston, the photographer’s daughter
Condition
This early print, on a thin off-white mount, is in generally excellent condition. In raking light, faint silvering at the edges and occasional tiny deposits of original retouching are visible. The mount is lightly soiled.
On the reverse, the following annotations are written in an unidentified hand in pencil: '22-0199'; 'BUC/035'; '33'; and 'ERW-023.'
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print does not appear to fluoresce.
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.