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John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
18,000 - 24,000 USD
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Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Ivory-billed Woodpecker (Plate LXVI)
- handcolored etching, engraving and aquatint
- sheet 964 by 626 mm 37 15/16 by 24 5/8 in
Hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint, 1829, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J. Whatman Turkey Mill 18** trimmed through the date of the watermark
Condition
The print is in good condition. The sides trimmed into the plate, cutting off the last number of the plate on the right side and the beginning of the "N" on the left side. Light time stain along the bottom right and top left sheet edges. A few small tears along the extreme sheet edges, the largest measuring 1/4 inch. Hinge remains at the two corners of the top sheet edge on the verso. Scattered stains on the verso, not showing through to the 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.
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.