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Gisèle Freund
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gisèle Freund
- Group of 7 photographs, 1930s - 50s
- PHOTOGRAPH
Six silver prints, printed probably 1980s and one chromogenic print, printed later. Four prints with the photographer's credit stamp and three prints with the photographer's copyright stamp on the reverse, three prints signed, titled and dated in pencil by the photographer, two prints titled and dated in pencil and one print titled and dated in felt tip pen by unknown hands.
Provenance
Acquired from the photographer by the present owner
Condition
These prints are in very good general condition. Five prints with all four corners worn. One print with a tiny tear (approx. 1 mm) at the upper edge at centre. One print with a soft handling mark in the lower margin not affecting the print. One print with a light crack in the gelatin layer due to the tiny blindstamp 'GF' and very slight undulation to the upper edge. One print with a very soft fold in the lower left corner and undulation to the upper edge. The chromogenic print with a residual mark from a stamp at the centre of the image.
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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."