Lot 60
  • 60

Giorgio Morandi

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Natura morta con cinque oggetti (V. 116)
  • etching on paper
  • plate: 140 by 199mm 5 1/2 by 7 3/4 in
  • sheet: 384 by 496mm 15 1/8 by 19 1/2 in
Etching, 1956, the third state (of four), signed in pencil, numbered 88/150 (total edition includes 15 artist's proofs), on cream wove paper, framed

Condition

With wide margins, in good condition apart from two short creases at the tip of the lower right corner, a small nick (app. 4mm) in the left sheet edge and a crease in the left margin (both well away from the image), scattered tiny fox marks in the margins (only visible upon close inspection, not affecting the image), remains of cellophane tape at the four corners, one with a small area of associated skinning, slight rubbing along the extreme sheet edges, a pale finger mark in the left margin, very minor traces of surface soiling in the lower margin and verso, framed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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