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William S. Rice
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- William S. Rice
- Coastal Hills
- signed in black ink
- watercolor on wove paper, with gilt wood frame
Provenance
Estate of the artist
The Annex Galleries, Santa Rosa, CA
The Annex Galleries, Santa Rosa, CA
Literature
Roberta Rice Tresseder, William S. Rice: California Block Prints, Petaluma, CA, 2009, pp. 7-18 (for a detailed discussion of the artist)
Condition
Overall in good condition. Signed in pencil, the signature then traced in black ink. With ½ inch tear at lower left sheet edge that has been backed with Japan paper. The left sheet edge with a pale discoloration. The coloration of the print when viewed in person is consistent with the presentation in the printed catalogue. When viewed in person, the distant hills to the proper left side of the work are slightly more pink in tone than they appear in the catalogue illustration. With an old (possibly period) giltwood frame. The frame with small and minor rubbing and edge wear, and some associated minor edge losses. The frame nicely complements the artwork.
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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.