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Francis Bacon
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Three Studies for a Self-Portrait (S. 15)
- lithograph
- each image: 325 by 280mm 12 3/4 by 11in
- sheet: 471 by 1035mm 18 1/2 by 40 3/4 in
Three lithographs printed in colours on one sheet, 1981, signed in pencil, numbered 3/150 (total edition includes 10 artist's proofs), on Arches wove paper, with the printer's blindstamp, Arts Litho, Paris, published by Éditions de la Différence, Paris
Condition
With full margins (a partial deckle edge at right), in good condition, scattered fox marks in the margins, a soft handling crease in between the centre and right images (only visible upon close inspection), occasional handling creases along the extreme sheet edges mostly at lower and left, very light surface soiling in the margins, pale off setting, unframed.
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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. 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."