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M. C. Escher
Estimate
22,000 - 28,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Day and Night (B./K./L./W. 303)
- Woodblock
- image: 391 by 677 mm 15 3/8 by 26 5/8 in
- sheet: 489 by 797 mm 19 1/4 by 31 3/8 in
Woodcut printed in black and grey, 1938, signed in pencil, inscribed 'eigen druk', on Japan paper, framed
Condition
With full margins, in good condition. Pale mat stain approximately 1 1/4 inches into the margin. Six vertical, rectangular areas of brown discoloration at the left edge of the sheet. Consistent with the fragility of Japan paper, minor paper losses 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
A letter from the artist regarding the initial sale of this image accompanies this lot.