Lot 158
  • 158

James McNeill Whistler

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • James McNeill Whistler
  • Upright Venice (K. 205; G. 232)
  • etching on paper
  • sheet: 255 by 177 mm 10 by 7 in
Etching and drypoint printed in dark brown, 1879-80, signed with the butterfly in pencil on the tab and inscribed 'imp.', Kennedy's second state of four, Glasgow's fourth state of seven, from the Second Venice Set, on laid paper, framed 

Condition

The print is in good condition, the full sheet. Slight undulation to the sheet. With an occasional small, inconspicuous fox mark. (A slight, unobtrusive crease in upper left corner, hinges pressing slightly through at the corners.) The verso in good condition aside from a few small 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.
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