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Georges Braque
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Georges Braque
- L'oiseau de feu (Oiseau XIII) (V. 121)
- Etching with varnish
- image: 367 by 350 mm 14 1/2 by 13 3/4 in
- sheet: 645 by 579 mm 25 3/8 by 22 3/4 in
Etching printed in colors with varnish, 1958, signed in pencil and inscribed 'H.C.', an hors commerce impression aside from the numbered edition of 75, on Hollande Van Gelder paper, printed by Crommelynck et Dutrou, Paris, published by Maeght, Paris, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, the full sheet. Uneven light- and mat-stain. Scattered small fox marks in the image and the margins. A vertical crease extending from top to bottom in the right margin. Corners are slightly soft. Surface soiling in the margins. The bottom edge of the sheet is slightly uneven and creased. Additional creases in the lower left hand corner. A faint horizontal scuff in the matte black of the image. Soft handling creases throughout. The verso with mat-stain, surface soiling and a few scattered 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.
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.