Lot 235
  • 235

ELLIOTT ERWITT | 'Guatemala'

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Elliott Erwitt
  • 'Guatemala'
  • Gelatin silver print
  • 6 1/2  by 4 5/8  in. (16.5 by 11.7 cm.)
signed in ink in the margin, signed, titled, dated, and annotated 'vintage' in pencil and stamped on the reverse, framed, 1954

Provenance

Phillips de Pury & Company New York, 17 October 2007, Sale 40307, Lot 22

Condition

This photograph is in generally excellent condition. A small red crayon mark is visible along the upper right edge of the print and a small deposit of indeterminate nature, possibly original retouching, is in the lower left quadrant. Hairline scratches and minor soiling are visible overall, primarily only visible in raking light. The corners are softly bumped and creased, and there is a slight abrasion in the right margin. The reverse is lightly soiled. The 'Print authorized for sale' stamp is annotated as follows in an unidentified hand in pencil: 'November 2003,' 'Julia Dugall,' and 'MAGNUM PRINT ROOM.' '1407' and '17' are also in pencil.
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.