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Francis Bacon
Estimate
35,000 - 55,000 USD
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Description
- Étude pour une corrida (S. 10)
- lithograph
- 1272 by 1152 mm 50 1/8 by 45 3/8 in
- sheet 1600 by 1200 mm 63 by 47 1/4 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1971, signed in felt-tip pen and inscribed 'For Sofia from Ben', numbered 15/150, on wove paper, published by Musée du Grand Palais, Paris, framed
Condition
With margins, in generally good condition except the lower right sheet edge unevenly shaved. There is pale light-stain, the orange background is slightly darkened and the browns and greys are slightly attenuated. Additional discoloration in the margins and on trhe reverse comprises uneven mat stain and scattered, tiny foxing along the upper sheet edge. The signature and inscription are slightly attenuated.
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.