Harold Edgerton

a group of 10 dye-transfer prints, each signed in ink in the margin, 1938-73, printed in 1983 (10)

Gift of David E. Stokes, 1984-91

These dye-transfer prints are in generally excellent condition. The color remains rich and saturated, with no apparent fading. The plates are as follows: Cutting the Card Quickly! - In raking light, a 1/4-inch crease that does not appear to break the emulsion is visible to the right of the bullet. Milk Drop Coronet .30 Bullet Piercing An Apple - In the lower right quadrant, there is a 5-inch soft linear impression that is barely visible in raking light. Football Kick - There are several tiny deposits of original retouching, some of which appear to have turned a greenish hue. Cranberry Juice into Milk - In raking light, the following are visible: a small thin deposit of retouching in the lower left quadrant; and several small, superficial scratches (the largest measuring 4-inches) that do not appear to break the emulsion overall. Pigeon Released Bullet Through Banana Diver - In raking light, an eraser-head-sized impression is visible near the left edge of the image. Moscow Circus Bullet Through Candle Flame - In raking light, deposits of retouching are visible.
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.
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The photographs are as follows:

Cutting the Card Quickly!

Milk Drop Coronet

.30 Bullet Piercing An Apple

Football Kick

Cranberry Juice into Milk

Pigeon Released

Bullet Through Banana

Diver

Moscow Circus

Bullet Through Candle Flame

Additional images in this lot may be found in our online catalogue.