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James Ensor
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- James Ensor
- La Cathédrale, deuxième planche (D., T. 105; E. 107)
- etching on paper
- plate: 245 by 189mm 9 5/8 by 7 1/2 in
- sheet: 317 by 246mm 12 1/2 by 9 3/4 in
Etching, 1896, signed in pencil, titled, countersigned in pencil verso, on simili japon, framed
Provenance
Ex coll. G. Behaegel, Pittem (not in Lugt)
Condition
With wide margins, in good condition, a tiny area of pale brownish staining at the right centre of the image (only visible upon close inspection), an inconspicuous vertical crease extending from the lower sheet edge minutely into the image, very pale light-staining, the margins rubbed slightly, light skinning and pale staining at upper sheet corners associated with previous mounting, discoloration along the sheet edges verso, framed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."