The complete portfolio, comprising ten screenprints in colors, 1969, each signd in ball-point pen and stamp-numbered 188/250 (10 prints).

The prints are in good condition overall. Previous framing has caused occasional pressure marks and light rubbing along the sheet edges. Imperfections in the individual sheets are as follows: Vegetarian Vegetable: A few light surface scuffs are visible in the red under raking light. Upon close inspection there is a soft bend at the upper right sheet corner. There is an unobtrusive printing imperfection in the red at far right where the darkness of the red is slightly uneven. Chicken n' Dumplings A few very minor scuffs and handling creases are visible in raking light. Pressure marks are more apparent at the upper and lower right corners. Tomato Beef Noodle O's There are a few faint scuffs and soft handling creases, primarily in the silver top of the can. A finger print and a light crease are visible near the lower right sheet edge. Oyster Stew The sheet edges with four sharp creases (three at left, one at bottom) and light rubbing from the spacer bar of a previous frame. Old Fashioned Vegetable The red has faded noticeably. There are a few faint scuffs in the label by the C. The sheet edges with a small sharp crease at right, a soft bend at the upper right corner. Scotch Broth There is visible scuffing in the label at left. The upper left corner of the sheet has a sharp vertical crease measuring 2 1/2 inches. The margins with a few handling creases. New England Clam Chowder There is a soft handling crease in the upper lid of the can. Cheddar Cheese In the lid of the can at center where it meets the soup label there is a sharp handling crease measuring 1/4 inch. There is also a tiny abrasion in the silver about 4 inches away from the crease. Hot Dog Bean There is a 2 inch vertical crease below the 'p' in Campbell's, a short scrape above the 'p' and two parallel creases are visible to the left of 'condensed'. Sharp creases with associated minor ink loss are apparent in the 'Dog' on the lower part of the label. There is a soft handling crease in the upper lid of the can. Golden Mushroom The red is uneven and there is some mottled discoloration in the form of darker spots, primarily at the right of the label. There is a vertical surface scuff above and below the 'm' in Campbell's, and another to the left of the gold medallion at center. Three sharp handling creases are visible in the silver lid of the can.
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.

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