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SAUL STEINBERG | Duel
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Saul Steinberg
- Duel
- signed and dated 1951
- ink, stickers and paper collage on paper
- 11 3/4 by 14 in. 29.8 by 35.6 cm.
Provenance
Sidney Janis Gallery, New York
The Edward and Betty Marcus Foundation, Dallas
Christie's, New York, 7 November 1985, Lot 254
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
The Edward and Betty Marcus Foundation, Dallas
Christie's, New York, 7 November 1985, Lot 254
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Exhibited
New York, Betty Parsons Gallery and Sidney Janis Gallery, Saul Steinberg, January 1952
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The right edge is deckled. There is evidence of handling and wear to the edges which are time-stained. The collage elements are stable and well intact. There are halos of adhesive residue around the collage elements visible, likely from the time of execution. There is evidence of minor foxing throughout the sheet. The sheet is hinged to the mat at the top two corners. Framed under glass.
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.