Lot 1511
  • 1511

John James Audubon (After)

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon (after)
  • Golden Eagle (Plate CLXXXI)
  • Plate CLXXI, No. 37, printed by R. Havell
  • Hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint on paper
  • sheet: 990 by 664 mm 39 by 26 1/8 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1833, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1833 watermark, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition, the full sheet with stitching holes along left disbound edge. There is time-stain at extreme sheet edges and two repaired tears, both approximately 1 inch. A repaired paper loss in bottom right corner, not affecting the image. A vertical crease at top sheet edge. With hinge remnants on the verso. (The sheet is brittle.)
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.