Lot 193
- 193
Edward Weston 1886-1958
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Edward Weston
- 'old adobe - carmel'
signed, titled, dated, and annotated 'W' (circled) by the photographer and numbered '#16' in an unidentified hand in pencil on the reverse, matted, 1934 (Conger 802; Taschen, p. 142)
Condition
This print, on double-weight paper with a slight surface sheen, is in generally excellent condition. There is very slight wear at the lower edge and at the right edge near the lower corner. The corners are lightly bumped, and there is tiny emulsion loss at the corner tips. When examined in raking light, there is a 1/2-inch crescent-shaped handling crease, not breaking the emulsion, in the lower left 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.