Lot 2
  • 2

Peter Behrens

Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description

  • Peter Behrens
  • Der Kuss
  • woodcut, signed with monogram in the plate
  • image: 27.3 by 21.7cm 10 3/4 by 8 1/2 in sheet: 37 by 28.2cm 14 1/2 by 11 1/8 in
woodcut printed in colours, 1898, on laid paper, framed

Condition

With wide margins, in generally good condition, with mottled foxing in the margins, slight creasing towards sheet edges, the sheet taped to the backboard in two places at the upper sheet edge verso just showing through recto, a thin strip of paper remains along right sheet edge verso with two areas of associated tape remains, 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."