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Georges Braque
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Georges Braque
- L'oiseau et son ombre III (V. 158)
- Etching and aquatint
- plate: 335 by 585 mm 13 1/8 by 23 in
- sheet: 525 by 748 mm 20 5/8 by 29 1/2 in
Etching and aquatint printed in colors, 1961, signed in pencil and numbered 5/75, on Rives BFK wove paper, published by Maeght, Paris, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, the full sheet. Light- and mat-stain to the sheet, stronger in margins. A slight undulation to the sheet overall. Handling creases visible in the margins. Two small remnants of tape at the upper left and right corners. Pigments slightly attenuated. The verso with mat-stain, a fox mark at center, and remnants of adhesive from prior hinging tape in lower corners.
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.