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Walker Evans
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Walker Evans
- PAINTED AND POSTED ADVERTISEMENTS ON FAÇADE OF RIVER FRONT COFFEE SHOP
- gelatin silver print
flush-mounted, the Lunn Gallery stamp, with numbers 'XIV' and '73v,' and annotations in pencil on the reverse, circa 1934
Provenance
Acquired from Photo Gallery International, Tokyo, 2009
Condition
This early print, on matte-surface paper, is in generally excellent condition. The print is trimmed to the image, and there is wear to the edges and corners with occasional chipping. In raking light, faint silvering in the dark areas is visible.
On the reverse of the mount are a tiny brown deposit and light abrasions at the upper edge from prior hinges. Also on the reverse in an unidentified hand in pencil are the following annotations: 'c. 1934'; '#2'; 'BL 857'; and 'WE. 29.'
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print does not appear to fluoresce.
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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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.