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M. C. Escher
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Mummified Frog (B./K./L./W. 343)
- Mezzotint
- 137 by 171 mm 5 3/8 by 6 3/4 in
- sheet 233 by 296 mm by 9 1/4 by 11 5/8 in
Mezzotint, 1946, signed in pencil, inscribed 'eigendruck', numbered 'No 18/24', on laid paper, framed
Condition
With wide margins, the work is in good condition apart from a tiny unobtrusive scratch at the lower left plate edge, two small unobtrusive scratches in margin at upper right and upper left image, these are all minor defects and only visible upon close inspection, pale minute fox marks in margins and verso, very slight skinning at the upper corners verso.
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.