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HEINRICH KÜHN | Rückenakt (Standing Nude Seen From Behind)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Heinrich Kühn
- Rückenakt (Standing Nude Seen From Behind)
- 11 3/4 x 9 1/4 inches (framed)
gum-bichromate over platinum print, framed, circa 1920
Provenance
Collection of Robert Lebeck, Hamburg
Robert Miller Gallery, New York, 1982
By descent to the present owner
Robert Miller Gallery, New York, 1982
By descent to the present owner
Condition
This gum bichromate print over platinum is in generally excellent condition. When examined closely in raking light, the following are visible: a few faint scratches and scuffs mostly in the lower portion of the image, and intermittent glossy linear deposits along the extreme upper edge. On the reverse are several graphite notations, a few rust-colored deposits, very small adhesive remnants, and some minor soiling. The print is hinged by 2 pieces of tape along the upper edge on the reverse.
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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.