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Robert Frank
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Frank
- London
- gelatin silver print
signed and inscribed in ink on the reverse, 1951-3, printed later
Provenance
The photographer to Walter Keller (1953-2014), curator, editor, and publisher
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Literature
Philip Brookman, ed., Robert Frank: London/Wales (Zurich, 2003), cover and p. 57
Robert Frank: Story Lines (London: Tate Modern, 2004), p. 67
Condition
This print, on double-weight, semi-glossy paper with a slightly warm tonality, is in overall excellent condition. It is printed full frame, and the negative sprockets are visible along the left edge of the image. Upon close examination, a few deposits of retouching, likely original, are visible overall. There is a small discolored spot in the left margin. The margin corners are very slightly bumped.
The reverse is annotated: 'Dear Walter / have made a print 16 x 20 / which is better than 11 x 14 Let me know.' Also on the reverse, 'RFR-00027-SP' is written in an unidentified hand in pencil. There are a few tiny spots of indeterminate nature on the reverse.
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print appears to fluoresce.
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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.