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M. C. Escher
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- [Hen with Egg] (Bool/Kist/Locher/Weirda 10)
- 112 by 115 mm 4 1/2 by 4 5/8 in
- sheet 223 by 160 mm 8 3/4 by 6 1/4 in
Linoleum cut, 1917, Bool's second state, signed in pencil and dated '16, on smooth wove paper
Condition
The print is in good condition, with wide margins. There is a small spot in the image just below the egg with a sheen unlike the more matte ink, a few soft handling creases in the lower margin. The verso with trace amounts of stray ink.
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.