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Aaron Siskind
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Aaron Siskind
- KENTUCKY
- gelatin silver print
signed and dated in pencil on the reverse, 1951 (Photographer, unpaginated)
Condition
This early print, on double-weight paper with a surface sheen, is in generally excellent condition. In raking light, silvering, soft handling creases, and a small scratch in the upper left corner are visible. The margin edges are worn and the corners are bumped.
While the volume 'Aaron Siskind: Photographer' (The George Eastman House, Inc., 1965) dates this image from 1951, Siskind has dated the reverse of this print '1955' in pencil. Also on the reverse, '67' (circled); '8' (circled); 'K 7'; 'PH 98612'; and '7 7' are written in an unidentified hand in pencil. The reverse is lightly soiled, especially at the edges, and there are two tape remnants at the upper corners.
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print does not appear to fluoresce.
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.