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Georges Rouault
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Georges Rouault
- Andres Saures. Passion (C. & R. 257-273)
- aquatints and engravings
- overall: 457 by 354 by 60mm 18 by 13 7/8 by 2 3/8 in
The complete book, comprising 17 aquatints printed in colours, 1939, 82 wood engravings by G. Aubert, with paper wrappers, title page, text, and justification, this copy numbered 45 from the total edition of 245, on Montval paper, bound in navy blue leather-covered boards by Marot-Rodde with silk doublures and title in gold on spine, in original painted paper covered slip-case, printed by Lacourière, published by Vollard, Paris
Condition
The aquatints in good condition, the colours bright and fresh, the verso of the aquatints with minor discoloration, occasional stray fox marks in margins.
The book in good condition apart from minor paper discoloration and slight creasing at sheet edges, an area of paper discoloration on the first blank leaf, the original paper wrappers with overall discoloration.
The leather boards and slip case with minor scuffs and signs of wear.
"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."
"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."