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James McNeill Whistler
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- James McNeill Whistler
- Annie Seated (K. 30; G. 32)
- etching
- 131 by 97 mm 5 1/8 by 3 7/8 in
- support 215 by 165 mm 8 1/2 by 6 1/2 in
Etching, 1858/59, Kennedy's second and Glasgow's third (both final) state, signed in pencil and with the butterfly, inscribed 'To Thomas West, Very Sincerely Yours - I', on India collé on laid Japan support
Condition
The print is in good condition, with wide margins, the edges of the support sheet strengthened with a second layer of Japan paper. There are a few creased fibers in the support sheet at lower left and pale discoloration along the upper sheet edge. Graphite marks at the lower sheet edge.
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.