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Lot 90
  • 90

Wassily Kandinsky

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Wassily Kandinsky
  • Kleine Welten VIII (R. 171)
  • 274 by 232 mm 10 3/4 by 9 1/8 in
Woodcut, 1922, signed in pencil, from the edition of 200, on wove paper, published by Propyläen Verlag, Berlin, with full margins, in good condition apart from pale light-stain, a horizontal crease at the upper sheet edge with two tiny associated tears

Condition

The paper tone is very slightly darkened where exposed to light. There is a c. 1 1/2 inch horizontal crease just below the upper sheet edge, with two tiny (2 mm) attendant vertical tears. Linen hinges remain at the upper sheet corners verso and there is a faint stain at the upper right corner recto.
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.