Imogen Cunningham

2 photographs, comprising Eve Repentant and Boy in the Mountains, the first with title and date in pencil and the photographer's Green Street studio stamp on the reverse; the second mounted, signed and dated in pencil on the mount, her Green Street studio label, with typeset title, date, and facsimile signature, on the reverse, 1910 and 1922, printed later (Eve: Ideas Without End, pl. 8; Taschen, p. 14) (2)

Christie's New York, 9 October 1997, Sale 8748, Lot 173

Eve: This photograph is in overall excellent condition. A few deposits of original retouching can be seen under raking light. There are a few faint stains and slight yellowing at the perimeter on the reverse. Also on the reverse are several printing notations in pencil along the lower edge. Boy: This photograph is in overall excellent condition. On the reverse of the mount are 4 small tape remains along the upper edge.
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.