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Martin Lewis
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Martin Lewis
- The Passing Freight, Danbury (M. 108)
- Drypoint and sand ground
- plate: 227 by 364 mm 8 7/8 by 14 7/8 in
- sheet: 317 by 452 mm 12 1/2 by 17 3/4 in
Drypoint and sand ground, 1934, signed in pencil, from the approximate edition of 47 (including 6 trial proofs), on laid paper, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, with full margins. Mat- and light-stain, darker at edges, with a few scattered fox marks in the margins. Hinges on verso visible through the sheet. A one inch crease in the upper left corner. A 1/4 inch tear vertical tear left of upper right hinge. One miniscule area of surface soiling below the signature. The verso in generally good condition with discoloration and scattered fox marks. Remnants of previous hinging tape visible at upper right and left edges. A pencil inscription partially hidden by new tape at upper right.
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.