Lot 188
- 188
Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- AFRICAN DAISY
- Gelatin silver
signed, dated, and editioned '5/10' in ink in the margin, flush-mounted, the copyright stamp, signed and dated in ink, and the number '[MAP] 940' in pencil on the reverse, 1982 (Complete Flowers, pl. 65)
Condition
This print is generally in very good to excellent condition. The print on its mount is somewhat bowed, and the corners are bumped. When examined in high raking light, tiny deposits of indeterminate nature, possibly original retouching, are visible scattered on the surface of the print. These are visible only on close examination. In raking light in the upper margin edge, there appears to be a difference in the texture of the top layer of the paper. This does not affect the image.
At the top margin edge on the front, there is a small gray deposit of indeterminate nature that does not affect the print. On the reverse of the flush-mount, there is random light foxing, as well as a small area of rust-colored deposits of indeterminate nature in the lower right corner. These do not affect the print.
There is an accompanying frame backboard with a Robert Miller Gallery, New York, label on the reverse.
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.