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Alvin Langdon Coburn
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Alvin Langdon Coburn
- 'The Tirol', 1909
- On verso of paper mount is written: 'Members of the Academy of [can't read name] from bro. Alvin and sr. Edith'.
- Photogravure
- Image: 15.4 x 19.4 cm on paper: 16.9 x 20.5 cm / affixed to paper: 19 x 25.2 cm
Vintage photogravure adhered to original card at the top edge. Signed and dedicated in ink to 'Members of the Academy of [...] Happy Christmas from Bro. Alvin and Sr. Edith' on the reverse of the card.
Provenance
Dominic Winter auctions
Literature
Naef, Weston J. The Collection of Alfred Stieglitz: Fifty Pioneers of Modern Photography. Studio Book. 1st ed. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1978. no. 150;
Roberts, Pamela Glasson. Alvin Langdon Coburn. Madrid: Fundación MAPFRE, 2014. no. 78, p. 163
Roberts, Pamela Glasson. Alvin Langdon Coburn. Madrid: Fundación MAPFRE, 2014. no. 78, p. 163
Condition
This print is in overall very good condition. With some very light retouching marks in the lower left quadrant, and with minor foxing on the reverse of the print and on the mount. The print is adhered to the mount at the top edge.
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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."