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SAMUEL PALMER | The Lonely Tower (A. 12)
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Samuel Palmer
- The Lonely Tower (A. 12)
- signed S. Palmer in pencil (lower right); inscribed Trial Proof (lower left)
- etching, a very good impression of the fifth state (of six), on wove paper
- plate: 19 by 25.2cm.; 7½ by 10in.; sheet: 32.5 by 42.3cm.; 12¾ by 16¾in.
- Executed in 1879.
Condition
With wide margins, in good condition, an unobtrusive repaired tear at the upper right corner, subtle light- and mount-staining, a few unobtrusive fox marks in the margins and verso, the verso with some skinning and adhesive-staining associated with previous hinges along the sheet edges, framed.
"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."
"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."