- 103
Duchamp, Marcel--Arturo Schwarz
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- The Large Glass and related works, with nine original etchings by Marcel Duchamp and 144 facsimile reproductions of his notes and preliminary studies for the Large Glass (...volume two with nine original etchings by Marcel Duchamp on the theme of The Lovers). Milan: Schwarz Gallery, 1968
- Paper and perspex
2 volumes, folio (418 x 250mm.), copy number 107 of 135 copies, signed by Schwarz and Duchamp beneath both limitations, 18 etchings (2 in colour, 2 double-page), loose as issued within printed wrappers, volume 1 in a white buckram folder within a perspex box which has a coloured design after one of the plates on upper cover, volume 2 in a terracotta buckram folder and slipcase with lettering on upper cover
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."
"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
Arturo Schwarz was the author of Duchamp's catalogue raisonné (these volumes are Schwarz 395 and 408). For his collection of alchemical books, see lots 34-64.