Rare drypoint printed in brownish ink with plate tone and burr, 1923, the second (final) state with the additional shading in figures, with the signature stamp E.L. Kirchner at lower right of sheet, on blotting paper

With full (?) margins, in good condition apart from broken creases at corners, rubbing, mainly in lower margin, a fox mark in left margin at middle, other pale occasional scattered foxing in lower margins, a water-stain above and just extending into the signature stamp, a minute paper flaw in lower image (not a defect), skinning at upper and lower right corners verso, pencil inscriptions in pencil and ink at upper and lower sheet verso, framed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."