(Roslyn Heights, New York: Witkin-Berley, Ltd., 1973, an edition of 50), a portfolio of 10 photographs, each mounted, signed in ink on the mount, the portfolio label with sequential numbers and edition '3' in ink on the reverse, 1932-51, printed in 1973; together with the printed title, signed and dated and with edition number in ink, plate list, and printed matter. Folio, black cloth slip-case portfolio with printed title

The plates, listed below, are in generally excellent condition, except where noted. 'Bal Musette, 1932' - In raking light, a half-inch linear raised area is visible in the lower right quadrant. ''Bijou' of Montmartre, 1932' - Uneven silvering is visible at the periphery of the print. In raking light, a small matte deposit, possibly retouching, is visible in the lower right quadrant. 'Staircase in Montmartre, 1932' 'Girl Playing Snooker, Montmartre, 1933' 'Avenue de L'Observatoire, 1934' 'Portrait of Picasso with Stove, 1939' 'Market Porter, Les Halles, 1939' - In high raking light, the following are visible: the upper left corner is creased and, in the lower left quadrant, a very small linear raised area is visible, both of which likely occurred prior to or during dry-mounting. 'Matisse with his Model, 1939' 'Gala Soirée at Maxim's, 1949' - On the reverse of the mount, there is graphite-colored soiling. 'Hospice de Beaune, 1951' - On the reverse of the mount, there is graphite-colored soiling. The slip case is rubbed at the extremities and there are stray brown marks on the cover. The printed text includes a biography, a foreward by the photographer, and an introduction by A. D. Coleman.
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.
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The plates are as follows:

'Bal Musette, 1932'

''Bijou' of Montmartre, 1932'

'Staircase in Montmartre, 1932'

'Girl Playing Snooker, Montmartre, 1933'

'Avenue de L'Observatoire, 1934'

'Portrait of Picasso with Stove, 1939'

'Market Porter, Les Halles, 1939'

'Matisse with his Model, 1939'

'Gala Soirée at Maxim's, 1949'

'Hospice de Beaune, 1951'