Lot 304
  • 304

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • Common American Swan (Plate CCCCXI)
  • etching
  • 646 by 956 mm 25 3/8 by 37 5/8 in
Handcolored etching with engraving and aquatint, by R. Havell, 1838, on wove paper with the J. Whatman 1838 watermark, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition with wide margins and stitch holes at the upper (disbound) edge. There is an area of pale damp stain at right, extending into the image and very slightly mottling the color. There is a small dark fox mark in the sky at upper right, witih a few other very small specks of foxing in the sheet. The margins have pale mat stain and the sheet edges have discolored.
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.