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Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Estimate
15,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
- La Clowness au Moulin Rouge (D. 205; ADR. 203; W. 178.i)
- Lithograph printed in black and brown-gray
- image: 342 by 320 mm 13 1/2 by 12 5/8 in
- sheet: 518 by 400 mm 20 1/2 by 15 3/4 in
Lithograph, 1897, the first of Wittrock's six trial proofs and the only known impression of the key stone printed in dark brown, and the color stone printed in gray-brown, on laid paper backed with Japan, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition with wide margins and Japan backed wove paper. A partially torn horizontal crease extends across the center of the image and the top half of the lithograph is foxed. Paper loss in the top right corner. Additional imperfections include pale mat-stain, occasional surface soiling, inconspicuous handling creases visible in raking light, and a finger print in the top margin at center. The verso, unevenly discolored, with three hinge remnants and three discolored adhesive stains on the right side of the sheet.
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.