- 1509
John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- White-Breasted Black-Capped Nuthatch (Plate CLII)
- Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching
- sheet: 968 by 643 mm 38 1/8 by 25 3/8 in
- plate: 653 by 520 mm 25 3/4 by 20 1/2 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1831, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1834 watermark, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, with wide margins. The sheet is trimmed by approximately 7/8 by 5/8 inches. The sheet is unevenly toned with discoloration at the extreme sheet edges. The sheet edges with a few nicks and tears, the largest 2 1/2 inches. A few scattered fox marks. The verso, with two repairs in the left sheet edge.
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.