Lot 4174
  • 4174

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • Cedar Bird (Plate 43)
  • Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching
  • plate: 496 by 311 mm 19 1/2 by 12 1/4 in
  • sheet: 955 by 623 mm 37 5/8 by 24 1/2 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1828, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman Turkey Mill 1828 watermark, framed

Condition

The print is in generally good condition, with large margins. There is discoloration in the margins, darker at the sheet edges. With a few spots of foxing and surface soiling, and a small circular stain at center left near the image. A small repair at lower left sheet edge and two tiny losses at lower corners. A tiny tear at lower center edge. Handling creases in the margins. The verso with discoloration, surface soiling, handling creases and a few fox marks.
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.