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JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (AFTER) | House Wren (Plate 83)
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon
- House Wren (Plate 83)
- plate: 490 by 310 mm 19 1/4 by 12 1/8 in
- sheet: 992 by 663 mm 39 by 26 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1830, by R. Havell Junr, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1830 watermark, framed
Condition
With large margins, in good condition apart from a few losses and two tears in the disbound edge, the largest 1 3/4 inches. Slight soiling and imperceptible discoloration in the margins. The lower right corners with two small losses, repaired with Japan.
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.