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John Marin
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- John Marin
- Lake George
- signed Marin and dated 28 (lower right); signed marin, titled Lake George, inscribed #29622 and 39, and dated 28 (verso)
- watercolor over pencil on paper
- 16 3/4 by 21 3/4 inches
- (42.5 by 55.2 cm)
Provenance
Collection of the Artist
John C. Marin, Jr. (the artist's son)
Kennedy Galleries, New York
Private Collection, Florida
John C. Marin, Jr. (the artist's son)
Kennedy Galleries, New York
Private Collection, Florida
Exhibited
New York, An American Place, 50 New Watercolors, January 1930 (probably)
Condition
Watercolor over pencil on heavy paper, paper is in good condition aside from uneven edges, a small loss of paper to the upper right corner, and pinholes to all corners; hinged by two pieces of white cloth tape along upper edge. Recto: In generally good condition aside from a 5 inch slice along the left center edge which is partially obscured by the mat and tape stain discoloration along edges (mostly only visible under mat). Verso: Tape residue along all edges from previous mat, white cloth tape along left edge to stabilize the aforementioned cut to the sheet, a few framer's marks.
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.
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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.