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Le Corbusier
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Le Corbusier
- Unité
- Etchings
- each sheet: 572 by 453mm 22 1/2 by 17 7/8 in
- overall: 604 by 483 by 55mm 23 3/4 by 19 by 2 1/8 in
The portfolio, comprising 19 of the 20 etchings with aquatint (lacking plate 19), 16 printed in colours, 1965, 15 signed in pencil, each numbered 37/130, also numbered on the justification, loose (as issued), on BFK Rives paper, published by Atelier Crommelynck, Paris, with title and text, contained in the original canvas covered box
Condition
With full margins, in good condition apart from pale time-stain at the sheet edges, pale discoloration on the verso of the last print. One plate with damp-staining in the lower margin, and to a lesser degree at upper left and top margins, not affecting the image. A single mottled fox mark at centre verso of another plate. The portfolio box worn at edges, with minor surface scuffs and soiling.
"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."