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Maurits Cornelis Escher
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Three Worlds (B./K./L./W. 405)
- Signed in pencil
- Lithograph
- plate: 362 by 247 mm 14 1/4 by 9 3/4 in
- sheet: 480 by 325 mm 19 by 12 7/8 in
Lithograph, 1955, signed in pencil and inscribed 'To Charles Beldredge (?)', numbered 8/40, on Holland wove paper, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, with wide margins. Pale mat-stain and adhesive-stain from a prior hinging in the margins. Thinned spots in each corner from a prior hinging, three of which have been repaired and one of which has a pin-hole. The verso, with mat-stain showing through from the recto.
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.
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.