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Edward Ruscha
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Ed Ruscha
- News, Mews, Pews, Brews, Stews & Dues (Walker Art Center 34-39)
- Each sheet: 585 by 805mm; 23 by 33½in
- Each image: 455 by 685mm; 18 by 27in
The complete portfolio, 1970, comprising six organic screenprints in colours, each signed and dated in pencil, numbered 88/125, also signed and numbered on the justification, published by Editions Alecto, London, on Silverbrook Snow White Antique Finish, with full margins, pale stains on justification otherwise in apparently good condition (unexamined out of frames), each print framed apart from the title and the justification which are contained in original red velvet-portfolio, minor wear
Condition
News: Very pale paper discolouration at upper and lower left margin's corners. Small handling crease in upper margin.
Mews: In apparently good condition.
Pews: Slight discolouration at upper left corner. Small vertical fold along upper margin edge (due to hinging).
Brews: Upper left corner slightly discoloured.
Stews: In apparently good condition.
Dues: Pale surface dirt at extreme tip of lower left corner.
Justification: Pale stains (finger prints) mainly along the edges.
Please note that the organic prints were unexamined out of their frames.
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"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."