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Erich Heckel
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Erich Heckel
- Kniende am Stein (Dube 258 a)
- woodcut
- image: 502 by 321mm 19 3/4 by 12 5/8 in
- sheet: 705 by 558mm 27 3/4 by 22in
Woodcut, 1913-14, signed in pencil, bearing the date '13', probably a proof impression before the edition of 40, on thick fibrous Japan paper, framed
Condition
With full margins (a deckle edge above and below), in good condition apart from a 13mm tear in the lower sheet edge and a 5mm tear in the right sheet edge (both well away from the image), very pale light-staining, soft handling creases and some slightly stronger creases at the sheet edges, occasional minute fox marks (only visible upon close inspection), traces of ink residue and a previous hinge remain at the left sheet edge verso, framed. (A pencil inscription in the lower margin, probably by another hand).
"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."