Lot 165
- 165
Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- 'LISA LYON' (IN CORSET)
- Edition 9 of 10
- Gelatin silver print
- 20 x 16 inches
flush-mounted, the photographer's estate stamp, signed in ink by Michael Ward Stout, Executor, and date in pencil, and with title, date, edition '9/10,' and '[MAP] #621' in pencil on the reverse, framed, Collection of Peter B. Lewis and Alona Kagan Gallery labels on the reverse, 1981 (Lady, p. 43)
Provenance
Alona Kagan Gallery, New York, 2004
Condition
This print is in generally excellent condition. In raking light, linear deposits of retouching are visible in the center portion of the image. The margin corners are lightly bumped.
On the reverse of the mount are a few rust-colored deposits of indeterminate nature. Also on the reverse, 'v' [circled] is annotated in an unidentified hand in pencil.
On the reverse of the frame is a 'Collection of Peter B. Lewis' label.
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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.