- 4161
John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Black-Throated Diver (Plate CCCXLVI)
- Aquatint, engraving and etching
- plate: 650 by 985 mm 25 5/8 by 38 3/4 in
- sheet: 660 by 998 mm 26 by 39 1/4 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1836, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1836 watermark
Condition
The print is in good condition aside from some isolated fox marks in the image, most noticeably in the white sky at upper right, to the left of the bird's neck at far left and in the sky and water. Discoloration in the margins, and slightly on the verso. Stitch holes along disbound edge.
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.