signed, titled, and dated and with reduction notations in pencil on the reverse, 1938 (Edward Weston's Gifts to His Sister, p. 49)

Sotheby's New York, Photographs from the Private Collection of Margaret W. Weston, 25 April 2007, Sale 8387, Lot 44

This unmounted photograph is on double-weight paper with a glossy finish. When it is examined closely, a very faint 3/4-inch crease can be seen on the upper portion of the left edge – this breaks the emulsion slightly, but is difficult to see. Each of the four corners is worn and has some minor emulsion loss. There is some retouching in the loss in the upper left corner. These condition issues are not immediately apparent, and they do not detract in a serious way from the fine appearance of this print. There are abrasions to the upper paper-ply on the reverse of the print. The reduction notations in pencil on the reverse are faint and mostly illegible.
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.

Another photograph by Weston, which shows the same bank of clouds over a slightly different configuration of the land, is reproduced as Conger 1329 and titled 'Clouds, Panamints, Death Valley.'