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Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'LILY'
signed, dated, and editioned '2/10' in ink in the margin, flush-mounted, the copyright stamp, signed and dated, and with numbers '2/10' and '[MAP] 1469' in ink on the reverse, framed, 1984 (The Complete Flowers, pl. 101)
Condition
This photograph is in generally excellent condition. In raking light, there is a 1/8-inch vertical indentation in the upper left quadrant, near the center of the top edge, which does not appear to break the emulsion. There is a small deposit of what appears to be original retouching in the lower right quadrant, near the stem of the lily.
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.