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Claude Flight
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Claude Flight
- Speed (C. CF 7)
- Signed in pencil, numbered 25
Two separate editions of 50 - Color linocut in four colors
- sheet: 245 by 325 mm 9 5/8 by 12 3/4 in
Linoleum cut printed in colors, circa 1922, signed in pencil, inscribed 'USA' and numbered 25/50, from the second edition printed circa 1929 (total edition is 100), on oriental laid tissue, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, with margins. Taped at edges with brown paper tape and ink notations along lower edge and arrows at all four corners. Laid tissue sheet with diagonal creases in corners. Slight discoloration to sheet, and a printer's crease at center of image. Colors slightly attenuated. The back sheet with mat-stain and foxing, as well as remnants of previous hinging tape.
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.