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Richard Avedon
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Richard Avedon
- 'Sophia Loren, Hair by Ara Gallant, New York Studio, October 1970'
- Gelatin silver print
flush-mounted to linen, signed and editioned '37/50' in ink, the photographer's edition, copyright, and title stamps on the reverse, framed, 1970, printed in 1981
Provenance
Gagosian Gallery, Rome
Literature
'Pale Fire, Dark Flame: Catherine Deneuve and Sophia Loren', Vogue US, December 1970, p. 122
Avedon: Photographs 1947-1977 (New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1978), pl. 121
Richard Avedon: Performance (New York, 2008), pp. 70-1
Condition
This photograph, on semi-glossy paper, is in generally excellent condition. When examined closely in raking light, the following are visible: scattered deposits of original retouching; and a pen-point-sized impression that does not appear to break the emulsion in the lower right quadrant.
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.