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Provenance

Acquired from J. Hunt Galleries, Minneapolis, 1980 Condition This photograph is in generally excellent condition. Upon close examination, the following are visible: a few small deposits of original retouching overall; a tiny raised area to the left of the sitter, where a particle was likely trapped between the print and mount; and an 1/8-inch scratch that does appear to break the emulsion in the upper left quadrant.<br><br>The print is mounted to thick off-white board that is very slightly age-darkened at the edges and at the print's periphery. There are two 2-inch pieces of linen tape and one 6-and-1/4-inch piece of double-sided tape along the upper edge of the mount. 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.

Catalog summary

Ruth Bernhard 'IN BOX - VERTICAL' Gelatin silver print mounted, signed in pencil on the mount, signed and titled in pencil and with the photographer's monogram stamp on the reverse, framed, 1962 ( The Eternal Body , pl. 20) Provenance Acquired from J. Hunt Galleries, Minneapolis, 1980 Condition This photograph is in generally excellent condition. Upon close examination, the following are visible: a few small deposits of original retouching overall; a tiny raised area to the left of the sitter, where a particle was likely trapped between the print and mount; and an 1/8-inch scratch that does appear to break the emulsion in the upper left quadrant.<br><br>The print is mounted to thick off-white board that is very slightly age-darkened at the edges and at the print's periphery. There are two 2-inch pieces of linen tape and one 6-and-1/4-inch piece of double-sided tape along the upper edge of the mount. 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.