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Provenance

Graphics International Ltd., Washington D. C., 1979 Condition This print, on double-weight paper with a surface sheen, is in generally excellent condition. When examined in raking light, scattered deposits, possibly retouching, are visible. The margin corners are slightly bumped creased. <br><br>There is some minor soiling on the reverse, and there are tape remnants from previous hinges along the upper edge. The following are written in an unidentified hand in pencil: '595' (inside the archive stamp); '148'; '7261'; and '14.' The copyright stamp is dated '1979' in ink. 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

Robert Frank 'Venice' gelatin silver print signed, titled, and dated in ink in the margin, the photographer's archive stamp, with title and date in pencil, and the copyright stamp, with credit and date in ink, on the reverse, 1961, printed later Provenance Graphics International Ltd., Washington D. C., 1979 Condition This print, on double-weight paper with a surface sheen, is in generally excellent condition. When examined in raking light, scattered deposits, possibly retouching, are visible. The margin corners are slightly bumped creased. <br><br>There is some minor soiling on the reverse, and there are tape remnants from previous hinges along the upper edge. The following are written in an unidentified hand in pencil: '595' (inside the archive stamp); '148'; '7261'; and '14.' The copyright stamp is dated '1979' in ink. 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.