Lot 197
- 197
Man Ray
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Man Ray
- Autoportrait pour couverture de Man Ray Portraits, 1963
- Silver print. Stamped 'Photograph Man Ray' on the reverse.
- 25,2 x 23,5 cm, 9 7/8 x 9 ¼ in.
Group of two works
Self Portrait for book cover, 1956 (1963)
Silver gelatin print
9w x 10h
Estimate: €3,000 - 5,000
Self Portrait for book cover, 1956 (1963)
Silver gelatin print
9w x 10h
Estimate: €3,000 - 5,000
Exhibited
West Palm Beach, 1994-95, no. 119
Condition
This print is in very good general condition. With a few random very light scatrches visible in raking light only and with a discoloured stain at the left edge near the centre and near the lower right corner.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Man Ray chose a 1947 self-portrait for the cover of two 1963 publications: his autobiography, Self Portrait, and his book of portraits, the latter shown here (Man Ray Portraits, 1963).