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Andy Warhol
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
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Description
- Andy Warhol
- Reigning Queens: Queen Elizabeth II (Royal Edition) (F. & S. II.334A-349A)
- screenprint
- Each sheet: 998 by 800mm; 39 3/8 by 31 1/2 in
The complete set of four screenprints in colours with diamond dust, 1985, each signed in pencil, inscribed numbered R 22/30, with the printer's blindstamp, Rupert Jasen Smith, NY, published by George C. P. Mulder, Amsterdam, on Lenox Museum Board
Condition
The full sheets printed to the edges, in good condition apart from the hinges pressing through slightly, framed. Very minor imperfections in the individual sheets are as follows:
F. & S. II.334 a narrow strip of the paper at the lower sheet edge verso (measuring 15 cm length) has separated from the printed recto and been removed. This does not affect the printed image and is not visible recto.
F. & S. II.335 and 337 both have a very minor surface scratch in the background at upper left that is only visible in a raking light.
F. & S. II.334, 336 and 337 show various very minor printing imperfections in the backgrounds (these are not defects).
"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."
"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."