Lot 182
- 182
Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'PARROT TULIPS'
- gelatin silver
signed, dated, and editioned '1/10' in ink in the margin, flush-mounted, the copyright stamp, signed and dated, and title, date, and numbers '1/10' and '[MAP] 1731' in ink on the reverse, framed, 1987 (Complete Flowers, pl. 176, variant)
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition. The corners of the print are bumped or creased in the margins, which does not affect the image. The notation 'RMG #M8707.003C' is in an unidentified hand in pencil on the reverse of the mount.
On the reverse of the frame there is a Fraenkel Gallery, San Francisco, label.
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.