Lot 502
  • 502

William Michael Harnett (After)

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • William Michael Harnett (After)
  • The Old Violin
  • chromolithograph on wove paper
  • image: 895 by 610 mm 35 1/4 by 24 in
  • sheet: 915 by 663 mm 36 by 26 1/8 in
Chromolithograph, 1887, on wove paper, printed by F. Tuchfarber and Company, Cincinnati, Ohio, published by the Donaldson Art Sign Co., Covington, Kentucky, framed

Condition

The print is in generally condition, with margins. Some nicks and small tears in the sheet edges, a few extending slightly into the image and the longest measuring 3/4 inch at upper left. Some inconspicuous creasing in the image, the largest measuring 5 inches at upper right (with slight ink cracking.) A small area of faint surface disturbance at upper right. The corners softened and with a few small losses. The verso in good condition apart from traces of pale surface soiling and stray ink and an occasional minuscule 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.