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Friedlander, Lee 'Florida' gelatin-silver print 10 by 6 5/8  in. (25.4 by 16.8 cm.) signed, titled, dated, and annotated '1-6' in pencil and with the photographer's '44 South Mountain Road, New City, N. Y. 10956' credit/studio and copyright stamps on the reverse, framed, a Fraenkel Gallery, San Francisco, label on the reverse, 1963, printed in the 1960s (MoMA, pl. 79) Condition This photograph is in generally excellent condition. In the lower right quadrant, here is a small deposit of original retouching that has shifted to blue and a few deposits of indeterminate nature. In raking light, very soft handling creases and hairline scratches are visible. The margin corners are lightly bumped. On the reverse, there are two hinge remnants at the upper corners. 'Florida' (written by the photographer in pencil) has been erased. 'LF.3679Z' is written in an unidentified hand in pencil. 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.