Lot 45
  • 45

Claude Flight

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Claude Flight
  • SpeedĀ (C. CF 7)
  • Colour Linocut
  • image: 22.5 by 29cm.; 8 7/8 by 11 1/2 in.
  • sheet: 26.0 by 32.5cm.; 10 1/8 by 12 3/4 in.
Linoleum cut printed in colours, circa 1922, signed in pencil, numbered 47/50, the first edition, on tissue thin laid Japan paper, reverse mounted to yellow-inked paper backing (as issued)

Condition

With inky margins, the colours in centre of the composition very slightly attenuated, in good condition apart from a minute nick to deckle at left sheet edge, an area of paper thinning at right sheet edge, yellow-inked backing with three minute losses at lower sheet edge, (a few vertical printer's creases in upper right of image), framed.
"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.
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