Lot 105
- 105
BRETT WESTON | 'Fifteen Photographs'
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Brett Weston
- 'Fifteen Photographs'
- Each approximately 7 5/8 by 9 5/8 in. (19.4 by 24.4 cm.) or the reverse
(Self-published, 1961, an edition of 50), a portfolio of 15 photographs, each mounted to Crescent illustration board, signed and dated in pencil on the front and reverse of the mount, 1934-60, printed in 1961. Folio, white leatherette portfolio with flaps inscribed 'For Art and Kathleen - Brett - 1966' in ink
Condition
These photographs are in generally excellent condition. Upon very close examination in raking light, faint silvering is visible on some of the prints. There is minor age-darkening at the extreme edges of the mounts and occasional wear. The plates are as follows: Window Display, 1954 Lake and Rocks, 1960 Village, 1960 - Along the left edge of the mount, there is a 2-inch minor abrasion to the upper paper-ply. Crypt, 1956 Tidal Pool, 1960 Dune, 1934 - When examined in raking light, two deposits of original retouching are visible in the upper center. Tree and Rock Wall, 1959 - There is a very small stray graphite mark in the lower left edge on the mount. Manufacturer's Trust Bank, 1956 Texas Desert, 1946 Rock Form, 1960 Garrapata Beach, 1954 - A pinpoint-sized impression that does not break the emulsion is visible in the lower right quadrant in raking light only. Broken Glass, 1955 Ice Forms, 1955 Cracked Paint, 1952 - There is a very small chip to the emulsion along the left edge. The mount is faintly soiled. Storefront, 1959 - Excess dry-mounting tissue is visible along the upper edge. The interior of the folio is age-darkened. There are burgundy colored scuffs on the exterior.
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.
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.