Lot 175
  • 175

EDVARD MUNCH | Die Katze (Woll 33; Schiefler 89)

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Edvard Munch
  • Die Katze (Woll 33; Schiefler 89)
  • signed and dated in pencil (lower right); inscribed and numbered avant lettre No 2
  • drypoint
  • sheet: 21.5 by 25.4cm., 8 1/2 by 10in.
  • Executed in 1895, the present work is numbered two (from an edition of an unknown size)
Printed by Sabo or Angerer, Felsing, on Arches laid paper

Provenance

Christie's, London, 26 June 1984, lot 211

Literature

This impression cited in Gerd Woll's Edvard Munch The Complete Graphic Works, Oslo, 2012, p. 60

Condition

With margins, in good condition, with surface soiling along the extreme sheet edges, the verso with staining associated with previous hinging along the upper sheet edge (showing through recto), a small area of skinning with associated thinning below the left corner of the plate mark and a small brown stain towards the upper right corner.
"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."