(New York: Sonnabend Editions, 1980, a total edition of 60), a portfolio of 12 photographs, each signed, dated, and editioned 'AP VIII/X' in ink in the margin, 1949-61, printed in 1979; together with the printed title/colophon/plate list inscribed in pencil and editioned 'VIII AP' in ink. Folio, beige cloth clamshell box with mounted photograph

The plates, listed below, are in generally excellent condition, except as noted. Each print is matted and hinged on the reverse along the upper edge to the mat. Tangier, 1952 Ceiling with Light Bulb, ca. 1952 Central Park, 1950 Untitled (Inside of an Old Garage), ca. 1949 Quiet House (Black Mountain College), ca. 1949 Sneakers, 1950 Bathroom Window (Broadway Studio), ca. 1961 - In the upper left corner of the image, there is a small crease (½-in.) that does not break the emulsion. Laundry - New York City, late 1950s - In the upper right quadrant, there is a 5-in. soft diagonal crease that does not break the emulsion. Car and Cover, ca. 1951 Billboard (Stalin), 1953 Car with Tarpaulin, 1951 - In the upper left corner of the print, there is a one-inch soft crease that extends ½-in. into the image. This does not effect the image and does not break the emulsion. In the window area, there is a pin-point-sized impression, also not breaking the emulsion. Stop, 1951 The clamshell box is in generally excellent condition. There are a few stray gray marks on the cover. The photograph on the cover is lifting at the corners, and there is minor edge chipping and a small loss of emulsion near the sitter's waist. The title/colophon/plate list is inscribed 'For Marc - Bob Rauschenberg' in pencil. There is very light soiling on the title page, and there is a long, soft vertical crease near the right edge.
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:

Tangier, 1952

Ceiling with Light Bulb, ca. 1952

Central Park, 1950

Untitled (Inside of an Old Garage), ca. 1949

Quiet House (Black Mountain College), ca. 1949

Sneakers, 1950

Bathroom Window (Broadway Studio), ca. 1961

Laundry 

Car and Cover, ca. 1951

Billboard (Stalin), 1953

Car with Tarpaulin, 1951

Stop, 1951