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Horst P. Horst
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Horst P. Horst
- Nude (Lisa and Harp, Paris)
- Gelatin silver print
- 11 x 14 inches
blindstamped in the margin, signed in pencil on the reverse, 1939, printed later (Form: Horst, pl. 41)
Condition
This gelatin silver print, on matte-surface paper, is in overall excellent condition. There are a few deposits of original retouching visible under raking light. At the edge of the lower right margin, there is a faint rust-colored stain that is primarily only visible on the reverse. There is graphite transference in the margins from the mat.
'I:HPH-S17,' 'LISA (FONSSAGRIVES-PENN) PARIS 1939,' and '(SILVER)' are written in an unidentified hand in pencil on the reverse.
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.