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Ben Shahn 1898-1969
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Ben Shahn
- Thou Shalt not Stand Idly By
- signed Ben Shahn, l.r.
- gouache on paper
- 22 by 17 in.
- 55.8 by 43.2 cm.
Provenance
Kennedy Galleries, Inc., New York
Condition
(work was not examined out of its frame, as edges are intact and show clearly) in good condition; creases at the corners (from tape which adheres sheet to backing); minor surface soiling: a few scattered stray marks, smudges
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.
Catalogue Note
A passionate advocate of civil rights, Shahn created a portfolio of prints for the American Civil Liberties Union in 1965. There were nine lithographs in the complete set and it was produced in an edition of 300. The present work was used as the image for the lithograph of the same title.