Weegee
The Critic, 1943 , 1943 (Executed)
Lot #161 |
2009-11-20 |
Sotheby's, Paris
Photographs
Category:
Photography
Estimate:
EUR 7,000 - 9,000 (currency of sale)
USD 9,751 - 12,537 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: PF9027
Auction name: Photographs
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: Paris
Start date: 2009-11-20
Currency: EUR
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Photography
Department: Photography & Video
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Dimensions: Tirage argentique, vers 1960.
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Year notes: Executed in 1943.
Literature
Weegee, Naked City, Essential Books , New York, 1945, p. 130-131. Condition very good condition. some creases on the edge of the paper (not in the image). "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalog summary
Weegee The Critic, 1943 Tirage argentique, vers 1960. Tampon humide de l'artiste au verso. Silver print, printed later. Literature Weegee, Naked City, Essential Books , New York, 1945, p. 130-131. Condition very good condition. some creases on the edge of the paper (not in the image). "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."