Berenice Abbott

(New York: Parasol Press, 1979, a total edition of 65), a portfolio of 12 photographs, each mounted, signed and editioned '30/60' in pencil on the mount, the portfolio and reproduction rights stamps on the reverse, 1930s, printed in 1979; together with the printed title/colophon and plate list.  Folio, taupe linen clamshell box

These prints are overall in generally excellent condition, except as noted below. In raking light, small soft impressions and occasional scuffs, not appearing to break the emulsion, are visible on a few prints. The front and reverse of some mounts are lightly soiled with light wear to the edges and corners. The plates are as follows: Tri-boro Barber School, Bowery - In raking light, a small raised area in the upper portion of the image is visible, possibly a particle trapped between the print and the mount during dry-mounting. Greyhound Bus Terminal Snuff Shop - On the reverse of the mount, the upper and left edges are slightly discolored. Treasury Building from J.P. Morgan's Office Columbus Circle Gunsmith and Police Department - There is a small loss of emulsion at the upper print edge, and some chipping at the left and right print edges. South Street with Brooklyn Bridge Rothman's Pawnshop Department of Docks Sumner Healey Antique Shop Gasoline Station Cheese Store The taupe cloth clamshell box is in generally good condition. There is some soiling, wear to the edges, and scuffs on the bottom. The front matter is generally crisp with some very minor soiling at the edges.
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.

The plates are as follows:

Tri-boro Barber School, Bowery

Greyhound Bus Terminal

Snuff Shop

Treasury Building from J.P. Morgan's Office

Columbus Circle

Gunsmith and Police Department

South Street with Brooklyn Bridge

Rothman's Pawnshop

Department of Docks

Sumner Healey Antique Shop

Gasoline Station

Cheese Store