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Georges Braque
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Georges Braque
- Oiseaux; Si je mourais la bas: one plate (V. 184 and 181)
- lithograph and woodcut
- first sheet 480 by 648 mm 18 7/8 by 25 1/2 in
- second sheet 468 by 720 mm 18 3/8 by 28 3/8 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1963, signed in pencil and numbered 50/75, on BFK Rives paper; together with woodcut printed in colors, 1962, signed in pencil and numbered 48/70, on heavy handmade paper with the 'LB' watermark (Louis Broder), the first printed by Mourlot, Paris, the second published by Louis Broder, Paris, each framed (2 prints)
Condition
Oiseaux: The print is in good condition with full margins. Faint light- and mat stain visible in margins, left and bottom sheet edges with a few tiny tears and soft creases, the corners with slight wear. The verso with minor surface soiling.
Si je mourais: The print is in good condition except the sheet slightly toned overall, darkest at extreme edges.
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.