- 55
Bill Brandt
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Bill Brandt
- Porter at Billingsgate Market
- Gelatin silver print
- 9 1/8 x 7 3/4 inches
the photographer's credit stamp on the reverse, framed, an Irving Galleries label on the reverse, circa 1934 (Shadow of Light, pl. 33; London in the Thirties, pl. 31; Behind the Camera, p. 13)
Provenance
Estate of the photographer, Edwynn Houk as agent
Irving Galleries, Palm Beach, 2000
Condition
This print, on single-weight paper with a glossy surface, is in generally very good condition. The edges are lightly rubbed, and the corners are bumped. When examined in raking light, the following are visible: small deposits of original retouching; a linear scuff and indentation at the left side of the image; and several small handling creases on the image and in the lower right magin. None of these are apparent when viewing the print under normal conditions.
When examined with ultraviolet light, this print does not appear to fluoresce.
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.