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Max Beckmann
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Max Beckmann
- Prosit Neujahr 1917 (Hofmaier 108VI.B.b)
- drypoint on laid paper
- plate: 239 by 299 mm 9 3/8 by 11 3/4 in
- sheet: 305 by 370 mm 12 by 14 1/2 in
Drypoint, 1917, signed in pencil, from the edition of 60 proofs printed after steel-facing (there was also an edition of 40 proofs printed before steel-facing on Japan), on laid paper, plate 17 of the portfolio Gesichter, printed by Franz Hanfstaengl, Munich, with the blindstamp of the publisher, Marées Gesellschaft, Munich, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, the full sheet. With pale mat-stain, slightly darker at mat opening and pale time-stain at extreme sheet edges. A few tiny, inconspicuous fox marks and traces of stray ink in the margins. The verso in good condition aside from a band of discoloration along the left sheet edge, likely due to previous mat, and an occasional tiny fox mark. Remnants of previous hinging tape in the upper and lower left corners, one pressing slightly through in the lower corner.
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.