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Lot 233
  • 233

Gene Davis

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Gene Davis
  • Black Watch Series I-III
  • screenprint
  • each 1720 by 1065 mm 67 3/4 by 42 in
  • each sheet 1827 by 1145 mm 72 by 45 1/8 in
The complete set of three screenprints in colors, 1974, each signed in pencil and dated, I numbered 36/150, II and III numbered 97/150, published by Pace Editions, Inc., on wove paper, each framed (3 prints)

Condition

I - With full margins, in good condition, apart from pale mottling in the black and dark grey colors, a few surface scuffs in the image at lower center, and discoloration at the side sheet edges and verso. II - With full margins, in good condition, apart from pale mottling in the black and dark grey colors, two horizontal handling creases at upper right have creased the printed surface slightly, but have not broken through, discoloration in the margins and verso (darkest at the side sheet edges). The verso also with minor skinning in small areas at the sheet edges. III - With full margins, in good condition, apart from two spots of pale mottling in the black at upper left, occasional minor surface scuffs, and discoloration in the margins and verso (darkest at the side sheet edges). The verso also with minor skinning in small areas at the sheet edges.
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.