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LUCIAN FREUD, O.M., C.H. | Pluto Aged Twelve (Figura 91)
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Lucian Freud
- Pluto Aged Twelve (Figura 91)
- plate: 43 by 59.7cm.; 17 by 23 1/2 in.
- sheet: 57 by 72.5cm.; 22 1/2 by 28 1/2 in.
Etching, 2000, printing with plate tone, signed with initials 'L.P' in pencil (Freud usually signs 'L.F'), numbered A.P 6/12 (an Artist's proof aside from the edition of 46), gifted by Freud to Jan Banyard, Pluto's breeder, Christmas, 2000, printed by Studio Prints, London, published by Matthew Marks Gallery, New York, on Somerset wove paper
Condition
With full margins, in good condition, occasional tiny fox marks, a very slight handling mark in lower left margin, a very slight adhesive stain at left sheet edge verso, framed. (The plate tone possibly caused by lindseed oil on the plate during printing).
"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."