L13405

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Lot 110
  • 110

Ponting, Herbert

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Terra Nova icebound in the pack, 13 December 1910
  • paper
Large green-toned carbon print (732 x 585mm.), the photographer's signature blindstamped in lower right corner, Fine Art Society label on the back of the mount, framed and glazed (original Fine Art Society frame), lower portion of image affected by damp

Literature

Fine Art Society 1913, no. 11

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

One of Ponting's celebrated images taken during the British Antartic Expedition of 1910-1913, led by Captain Robert F. Scott.