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Cy Twombly
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
- Cy Twombly
- Natural History Part I Mushrooms (Bastian 42-51)
- Lithograph with collage
- sheets: 760 by 560 mm 30 by 22 in
The complete portfolio of 10 lithographs printed in colors with granolithograph, collotype, photochrome with collage and hand coloring, 1974, each initialed in pencil, numbered 56/98 (total edition includes 17 artist's proofs), each with the copyright date and stamped I-X at lower left, on rag paper, no. III on mould-made paper, with the blindstamp of the printer, Matthieu Studio, Zürich-Dielsdorf, published by Porpyläen Verlag, Berlin, framed (10 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition. Each sheet with traces of pale discoloration along the sheet edges. Some of the collage elements showing the effects of time. (A few inconspicuous handling creases. Some surface dirt). The verso(s) in good condition, only partially examined (with occasional inconspicuous surface smudge). This lot is not accompanied by the original portfolio box.
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.