a unique object, the photographer's fingerprints in blue and black ink, signed, dated 'March 1963,' annotated 'Hog Ranch 4191 Nairobi' and 'Unfortunately N.Y.C,' and inscribed with a quote from Sir Alfred Pease to President Theodore Rooselvelt in ink on the image, framed, 1960, printed later (End of the Game, pp. 130-1)

Acquired from the photographer By descent to the present owner

Although this photograph has not be been examined out of its frame, it appears to be in generally excellent condition. As is a typical of the photographer's working process, the following are visible: some handling creases and a few minor tears in the lower edge. When examined in raking light, there is craquelure overall. The quote reads as follows: '"We have lived in the best time and seen the wonders of wildlife - and belong to a brotherhood the members of which have memories that cannot be matched - we have lived on into a new world which I do not pretend to understand." [Sir Alfred Pease to President Teddy Roosevelt 1902 (from The End of the Game)]'
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.