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M. C. Escher
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Eye (B./K./L./W. 344)
- 146 by 197 mm 5 3/4 by 7 3/4 in
- sheet 254 by 323 mm 10 by 12 3/4 in
Mezzotint, 1946, signed in pencil and numbered 'No. 1', inscribed 'eigendruck' and 'zwarte kunst..."bog"', on Van Gelder Zonen laid paper
Condition
The print is in good condition, with wide (full) margins. There is a single fox mark in the image at left, an uneven pale area of discoloration (damp stain?) at lower right sheet edge, and minor surface soiling at the sheet corners, a few further specks of discoloration in the left margin and verso. The "1" of the edition number has been rewritten.
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.