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William Blake
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- William Blake
- The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Mauling Each Other (Bindman 649)
- Engraving
- Plate: 243 by 333mm; 9 5/8 by 13 1/8 in
- Sheet: 272 by 347mm; 10¾ by 13 5/8 in
Engraving, 1827, from Illustrations to Dante's Divine Comedy, a very early, fine impression from Linnell's 1838 edition, printing with burr, on India paper supported on wove paper
Condition
With margins, the image in good condition , two pale glued (?) stains at left corners, a horizontal tear at centre of right edge of support sheet (circa 80mm) not affecting the image, the support sheet with some scattered pale foxmarks and occasional handling creases, unframed.
"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."