Lot 41
  • 41

FRANZ MARC | Schlafende Hirtin (Lankheit 829)

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Franz Marc
  • Schlafende Hirtin (Lankheit 829)
  • image: 195 by 238mm 7 5/8 by 9 3/8 in
  • sheet: 505 by 537mm 19 7/8 by 21 1/8 in
Woodcut, 1912, dated, probably one of ten impressions from the first edition, on laid Japan paper (inscribed with the artist's name in pencil), unframed

Condition

With wide margins, in good condition apart from a paper loss at upper right sheet corner, two further losses at left sheet edge, creasing in lower margin, slight paper discoloration, a few small fox marks at upper right, the verso with a few tiny remnants of paper at sheet edges, unframed.
"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.
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