Lot 80
  • 80

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • The Jaguar, Female (Plate CI)
  • sheet 554 by 705 mm 21 3/4 by 27 3/4 inches
Hand-colored lithograph, by J.T. Bowen, Philadelphia, 1846, on wove paper, with margins, in good condition apart from light- and mat stain, mottled foxing, framed

Condition

The image is in good condition. Discoloration caused by light and by the mat is primarily in the margins and darkest at the mat opening; however, the line of mat stain extends through the sky at the upper edge of the image. Mottled foxing is visible surrounding the image, most noticeably at the bottom.
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.