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Francis Bacon
Estimate
14,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- L'homme au lavabo (Sabatier 3)
- etching and aquatint
- plate: 475 by 363 mm 18 3/4 by 14 1/4 in
- sheet: 675 by 520 mm 26 1/2 by 20 1/2 in
Etching and aquatint printed in colors, 1977, signed in pencil and numbered 22/100 (total edition includes 46 copies in Roman numerals), on Arches wove paper, with the blindstamp of the printer, Éditions Georges Visat et Cie, Paris, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, the full sheet. Extremely faint light and mat stain. A few small, pale fox marks in the margins, and two small, inconspicuous spots of residue in the lower left quadrant of the image. The verso in good condition aside from an occasional fox mark.
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.