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M. C. Escher
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Sky and Water I (B./K./L./W. 306)
- woodcut on japan paper
- image: 437 by 439 mm 17 1/8 by 17 1/4 in
- sheet: 525 by 526 mm 20 5/8 by 20 5/8 in
Woodcut, 1938, signed in pencil and inscribed 'eigen druk', on tissue-thin laid Japan paper, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, with wide margins (bottom edge slightly unevenly trimmed). The sheet with faint mat-stain and discoloration at top corners, associated with prior hinging. Scattered minuscule fox marks (a few mottled) throughout the sheet. A few nicks and tiny tears at the sheet edges (the largest 5 mm). A repaired loss in the lower margin (15 mm). A few horizontal soft creases and handling creases in the margins.
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.