- 113
William Blake
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- William Blake
- Illustrations to the book of Job (Bindman 627-632, 634-637, 641-643, 645-646)
- 15 ENGRAVINGS ON INDIA APPLIQUE
- each sheet: approx. 215 by 70mm 8 1/2 by 2 3/4 in
- each support: approx.405 by 330mm 15 7/8 by 13in
15 engravings, 1825, from the set of 21, with the word ‘proof’ (there was also a slightly later edition with the word ‘proof’ removed), from the First Edition of about 150, on India appliqué, some sheets with the Turkey Mill 1825 watermark, framed
Condition
The full sheets, with varying degrees of foxing and staining, with varying amounts of worm holes, some support sheets with creases, folding and minor losses in the margins, some with mount-staining at sheet edges and tape remains verso, other lesser defects, framed.
"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."
Catalogue Note
See also note to lot 116.