- 130
Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'Maryanne'
- Gelatin silver print
flush-mounted, the photographer's copyright stamp, signed and dated in ink, and with title, date, edition '2/10,' and '[MAP] 1873' in ink on the reverse, framed, 1988
Provenance
Robert Miller Gallery, New York
Private collection, Los Angeles
Phillips de Pury & Luxembourg, New York, 16 April 2002, Sale 863A, Lot 175
Condition
This print is in generally very good condition. Along the upper and lower edges of the image, there is a very thin band of warm-toned discoloration and loss of detail. There is silvering along the left and right edges of the image. Faint gray colored rubbing is visible in the upper margin, along the edge of the image. There is some faint soiling and a few scattered, small deposits of indeterminate nature in the margins. None of the aforementioned issues are visible when viewing the print in its framed presentation and do not detract from its overall fine appearance.
On the reverse, there are barely discernible abrasions to the mount near each of the corners and fibrous adhesion at the upper edge. 'RMG# M8812.030-C' is written 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.