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William Eggleston b. 1939
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- William Eggleston
- untitled (cocktail on a plane)
chromogenic print, signed by the photographer in ink on the reverse, matted, 1978; accompanied by the printed invitation to the opening of 'William Eggleston: Color Photographs 1966-1977' at Castelli Graphics/Leo Castelli, inscribed 'To Ruth with love, Bill Eggleston, Aug. 1978' by the photographer in red ink (Fondation Cartier, pl. 90)
Provenance
This photograph was given by the photographer to fellow Southerner, Ruth Ford, an actress and the sister of the photographer and poet Charles Henri Ford.
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition.
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.