Lot 31
  • 31

James Ensor

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • James Ensor
  • Le Combat des pouilleux Désir et Rissolé (D., T., E. 19)
  • drypoint
  • plate: 240 by 293mm 9 3/8 by 11 3/4 in
  • sheet: 341 by 430mm 13 3/8 by 16 3/4 in
Drypoint, 1888, a fine impression of the second state (of three), printing with rich burr, signed in pencil, on Van Gelder laid paper

Condition

With wide margins, in good condition apart from pale mount-staining and occasional pale brown stains, paper thinning at lower right platemark verso, unframed.
"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."