Lot 242
- 242
Robert Mapplethorpe 1946-1989
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'rose'
flush-mounted, signed by the photographer in ink and with his copyright stamp and dated in an unidentified hand, and titled, dated, numbered '4/10' and (MAP) '1698' in unidentified hands in ink on the reverse, matted, framed, a Fraenkel Gallery, San Francisco, label on the reverse, 1986, no. 4 in an edition of 10 (Complete Flowers, pl. 140)
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner from Fraenkel Galler𒆙y, San Francisco
Condition
This print is in generally good condition. When examined in raking light, 5 small disturbances of the emulsion, scattered over the surface of the print, are visible, as well as a number of shiny, transparent scuffs.
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.