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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Spotted Grouse (Plate CLXXVI)
- aquatint, engraving and etching on wove paper
- sheet: 630 by 963 mm 24 3/4 by 37 7/8 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1833, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1833 watermark, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, with margins. The colors slightly attenuated and the sheet with faint discoloration throughout. A few small tears in the sheet edges, all skillfully repaired. Bottom left corner skillfully replaced. A spot of faint, mottled discoloration in the lower margin at right, extending partially into the image. Faint time-stain at the extreme sheet edges and a few tiny nick along the upper sheet edge. An occasional 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.
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.