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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Long-tailed deer (Plate CXVIII)
- hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
- sheet: 535 by 692 mm 21 by 27 1/4 in
Hand-colored lithograph, 1847, by J.T. Bowen, on wove paper, framed
Condition
The print with margins and faint uneven discoloration at sheet edges. A three-inch repaired tear in the bottom edge of the sheet, extending very slightly into the image, with associated small loss in the extreme sheet edge. A small loss in the lower right edge of the sheet. A few tiny nicks the sheet edges, a tiny loss in the bottom left corner. A few small, mottled fox marks, traces of surface soiling and inconspicuous handling creases, recto and verso. The verso with remnants of prior hinging at top edge.
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.