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Ansel Adams
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Ansel Adams
- SELECTED NATURE STUDIES
- Polaroid print
2 unique Type 52 Polaroid prints, comprising Rocks, Pt. Lobos and Tree Trunk and Shadow, the second inscribed '#5 without reflection' in red ink in the margin, with credit and date 'June 23, 1961' in pencil on the reverse, each framed, circa 1975 and 1961
Condition
Both prints are in essentially excellent condition.
Rocks, Pt. Lobos, circa 1975 -- faint handling crease just above the center of the image that does not break the emulsion and is only visible in raking light.
Treetrunk and Shadow, 1961 – in raking light some streakiness in the Polaroid coating is visible. This is common in coated Polaroid prints.
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.