Lot 107
  • 107

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (AFTER) | Long-billed Curlew (Plate CCXXXI)

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon
  • Long-billed Curlew (Plate CCXXXI)
  • sheet: 632 by 960 mm 23 7/8 by 37 3/4 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1834, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 18** watermark, framed

Condition

In good condition apart from a few pale stains and/or fox marks, mainly visible in the grey clouds at left and one in the title space (more prominent on verso). A 1 inch repaired tear in the margin at lower left and shallow loss in the sheet edge at left. Pale waterstain in the margin at top and some short rippling at center into the sky and grass. The sheet is lightly discolored. Slightly trimmed at top and bottom.
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.