- 976
Jacques Lipchitz
Estimate
500 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Jacques Lipchitz
- Theseus and the Minotaur
- signed J Lipchitz (lower right); numbered 45/50 (lower left)
- engraving, etching and aquatint on wove paper
- plate: 35.1 by 28.9cm., 13 3/4 by 11 1/4 in.; sheet: 51.2 by 38.5cm., 20 1/4 by 15 1/4 in.
- Executed circa 1943-1944
Condition
With wide margins, in good condition apart from uneven paper-discolouration, a hairline vertical superficial scratch at the minotaur's left knee, a small circular stain at lower right sheet edge, verso with surface soiling and remains of tape at upper corners.
"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."
"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."