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ARTHUR SZYK | Jewish Soldier Reading
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Szyk, Arthur--[Haggadah]
- Jewish Soldier Reading
- signed Arthur Szyk and dated N.Y. 43. (lower right)
- pen and ink over pencil heightened with gouache on Strathmore watermarked paperboard
- 8 1/2 by 6 1/2 in.
- 21.6 by 16.5 cm
Provenance
Private collection, New York
Condition
The sheet is attached to the mat at the bottom edge. Light and mat stain. Surface dirt and dust (including a fingerprint visible at lower right). Exposed edges of the board have paper from the previous ma, which was glued down. Verso: Dirt, dust and a 1 3/4 inch strip of paper with old glue accretions along the upper 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.
Catalogue Note
The Stars of David on the book in the soldier's hands indicate that he is reading either a prayerbook or Bible.