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Ansel Adams
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ansel Adams
- PHOTOGRAPHS OF YOSEMITE
- Polaroid prints
2 unique Polaroid Type 52 prints, comprising Lower Cathedral Rock, Yosemite, and Rocks and Oak Tree, Yosemite, the first inscribed with technical notations in ink in the margin, each framed, the first with the 'Property of the Polaroid Corporate Archives' stamp on the reverse, 1956 and circa 1977 (2)
Condition
Lower Cathedral Rock, Yosemite – when examined closely in raking light, a linear accretion of indeterminate nature can be seen in the sky area. A few minor soft handling creases can also be seen.
Rocks and Oak Tree, Yosemite – a small handling crease is visible on the center left edge of the image when the print is viewed closely in raking light.
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.