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Frank Stella
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Frank Stella
- Eskimo Curlew (Axsom 107)
- offset lithograph and screenprint
- image: 835 by 1140 mm 32 7/8 by 44 7/8 in
- sheet: 860 by 1165 mm 33 7/8 by 45 7/8 in
Offset lithograph and screenprint in colors, 1977, signed in pencil, dated and numbered 17/50 (total edition includes 14 artist's proofs), from the Exotic Bird Series, on Arches 88 mould-made paper, with the blindstamp of the publisher, Tyler Graphics, Ltd., Mount Kisco, New York, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, the full sheet. The top and left extreme sheet edges are stained, showing through from the verso. Pale discoloration around the periphery of the central image and at bottom right corner and a few tiny and inconspicuous fox marks. The verso is unevenly toned, with a few small fox marks and several hinge remnants along the sheet edges with associated skinning. (Extreme sheet edges with inconspicuous and unobtrusive pressure marks, presumably from the frame.)
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.