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Lot 88
  • 88

Käthe Kollwitz

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Käthe Kollwitz
  • Die Mütter (Knesebeck 176 VII)
  • woodcut
  • 340 by 400 mm 13 3/8 by 15 7/8 in
  • sheet 540 by 633 mm 21 1/4 by 25 in
Woodcut, 1921-22, from Krieg, signed in pencil, numbered 76/100, on wove paper, framed

Condition

The print is generally in good condition, the side margins trimmed unevenly. The sheet is toned overall with mat and light-stain, uneven on the verso, and there is a tiny, circular loss in the image that has been touched-in at lower left. The verso with occasional surface soiling, a few soft handling creases, adhesive remains and minor associated skinning at sheet edges, with four tiny tears (the longest at upper right measures 1/4 inch). There is a band of brown tape at both side sheet edges attaching the sheet to the overmat. Several printer's creases are inherent to printing and not condition imperfections.
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.