Lot 11
  • 11

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • Ivory-billed Woodpecker (Plate 66)
  • Handcolored engraving with etching and aquatint
  • sheet 1008 by 675 mm 39 3/4 by 26 5/8 in
Hand-colored engraving, etching and aquatint, with later watercolor additions in pale blue, 1829, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J. Whatman 1829 watermark, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition, with wide (full?) margins. An infrequent and unobtrusive tiny fox mark (recto and verso), pale light- and mat stain, some nicks and tiny tears at the sheet 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.