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James McNeill Whistler
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- James McNeill Whistler
- The mast (K. 195)
- 340 by 162 mm 13 3/8 by 6 3/8 in
Etching printed in dark brown, 1880, fifth (final) state, signed in pencil with the butterfly and inscribed 'imp' on the tab, on laid paper, with a Strasbourg Lily watermark, in good condition apart from a fox mark in the sky, a small stain at the upper sheet edge, a tiny rust spot at lower right, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition overall. There is a small fox mark in the sky, a small stain at the upper sheet edge, and a small rust spot near the lower sheet edge. The edges of the paper are slightly darkened.
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.