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Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- NUDE SELF-PORTRAIT
- Unique Polaroid print
unique Polaroid Polapan print, '[MAP] PD 71' in pencil on the reverse, framed, Buhl Collection and Cheim & Read labels on the reverse, circa 1973
Provenance
The estate of the photographer
Cheim & Read, New York, 2000, Nathalie Karg, Ltd., New York, agent
Cheim & Read, New York, 2000, Nathalie Karg, Ltd., New York, agent
Condition
This unique Polaroid Polapan print is in generally excellent condition. On the reverse of the print, '1R' is in red crayon. Also on the reverse are 2 small rice paper hinge remnants.
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.