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Joel-Peter Witkin
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Joel-Peter Witkin
- 'PORTRAIT OF ISABELLA BRANT'
- gelatin silver print
signed, titled, dated, editioned '8/15,' and inscribed 'New Mexico' in pencil on the reverse, 1982
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition. In raking light, some small glossy areas in the upper right portion of the image and a sharp crease in the left margin are visible. The left margin edge is bumped, and the top-paper ply is lifting in two areas. There are some adhesive remains along the upper edge of the margin, and it is slightly rippled.
There are adhesive remains along the upper edge on the reverse as well. Also on the reverse, 'C:JPW-19' and 'JW.032.3' are written in an unidentified hand in pencil.
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.