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Georges Braque
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Georges Braque
- Etude de nu (Nu) (Vallier 1)
- etching on paper
- plate: 278 by 198mm 11 by 7 3/4 in
- sheet: 490 by 325mm 19 1/4 by 12 3/4 in
Etching, 1907-8, signed in pencil, inscribed 'H. C.' (an hors commerce impression aside from the total edition of 55), on laid paper, framed
Condition
With full margins, in good condition apart from uneven discoloration in the margins due to mount-staining (with associated text offsetting) and previous hinging, the pencil signature has fade but is still visible, a couple of minute brown stains in the image, a short, inconspicuous surface scratch in the lower centre of the image and a couple of other very minor nicks to the surface of the print (only visible upon close inspection), a small (slightly discoloured) indentation in the right margin, a few minute fox marks, pale backboard-staining, 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."