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Gershwin, George
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gershwin, George
- Fine large self-portrait, executed in black crayon, with a later presentation inscription signed by Ira Gershwin to the conductor Alexander Smallens
- paper
"For Alex With love--Self-portrait by George--From Ira Christmas, 1955"
the undated drawing showing the composer full face with collar and tie, together with two smaller self-portraits at the bottom of the sheet, one an outline profile and the other full-face, a cut signature ("George Gershwin") laid down in the field, almost certainly by Ira
framed and glazed, overall size: c.57 x 45.5cm, on heavy cartridge paper, [probably c.1935]
the undated drawing showing the composer full face with collar and tie, together with two smaller self-portraits at the bottom of the sheet, one an outline profile and the other full-face, a cut signature ("George Gershwin") laid down in the field, almost certainly by Ira
framed and glazed, overall size: c.57 x 45.5cm, on heavy cartridge paper, [probably c.1935]
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."