Francesco Scavullo

gelatin silver print, the Sean Byrnes collection stamp on the reverse, 1967, printed later

The collection of Sean Byrnes

The print is in generally very good condition. There is a 1 1/2 inch horizontal indentation in the lower left quadrant of the image visible in raking light only. There is a 1/16 inch indentation near the top right edge of the image visible in raking light only. There are a few handling creases throughout the print. There is an area of accretion in lower margin of the print. The corners of the print have been bumped.The collection stamp on the reverse of the print reads 'PRINTED UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF FRANCESCO SCAVULLO FROM THE COLLECTION OF SEAN BYRNES'.
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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THIS WORK WILL BE OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

"Faye Dunaway just gets better and better… She’s a woman with a fawnlike vulnerability that I love.” —Francesco Scavullo, Scavullo On Beauty
 
 
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