Lot 152
- 152
Diane Arbus (1923-1971)/Neil Selkirk (b. 1947)
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Diane Arbus (1923-1971)/Neil Selkirk (B. 1947)
- 'TRANSVESTITE AT HER BIRTHDAY PARTY, N. Y. C.'
- gelatin silver
signed, titled, dated, and editioned '39/75' by the photographer's daughter, Doon Arbus, in ink, and stamped on the reverse, framed, 1969, printed later by Neil Selkirk (MoMA, unpaginated)
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition. In high raking light, a sharp one-inch linear crease that appears to slightly break the emulsion is visible along the middle lower edge of the image. A small soft handling crease is also visible in the lower margin of the print.
The reverse of the print is annotated 'RMG # A9104.238-6' in pencil, and the Estate of Diane Arbus copyright stamp is dated '72' in ink.
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.