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Alma Lavenson
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Alma Lavenson
- 'CANNERY BLDGS., MONTEREY'
- gelatin silver print
signed, titled, dated and with annotation in pencil on the reverse, 1939
Provenance
The collection of the photographer
By descent to her family
Condition
This impressive, warm-toned early print, on double-weight paper with a semi-glossy surface, is in generally excellent condition. The edges are rubbed, with tiny, barely perceptible chipping at the left edge. The corners are slightly bumped. In raking light, a small, soft impression is visible in the upper right quadrant of the print.
In addition to the signature, title, and date on the reverse, 'AL #25' is written in in an unidentified hand in pencil.
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.