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Lot 7
  • 7

Winslow Homer

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • Winslow Homer
  • Mending the Tears (Goodrich 97)
  • Etching
  • plate: 435 by 582 mm 17 1/4 by 23 in
  • sheet: approx. 640 by 782 mm 25 1/2 by 30 3/4 in
Etching, 1888, with the artist's etched remarque, signed in pencil, on Japan paper, printed by G. W. H. Ritchie

Condition

With wide margins, the print is in good condition, apart from pale mat stain, darkest at the mat opening. The right and bottom sheet edges of the vellum are uneven and there is skinning throughout the bottom margin. The verso with imperfections to the paper finish.
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.