Bidspirit auction | After Johann Martin Will, 1727-1806,

After Johann Martin Will, 1727-1806, The Honorable John Hancock, Polychrome Mezzotint - After Johann Martin Will 1727-1806 The Honorable John Hancock Polychrome Mezzotint Provenance: Israel Sack Inc. New York; Sotheby's, New York, Selections from Israel Sack, Inc. January 20, 2002, lot 1292; Private Collection; Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, NH, May 24, 2015, lot 205; Property from the Collection of William and Meryl Russell, New Jersey Framed 18 3/4 x 14 3/4 in. (47.6 x 37.5 cm.), sight 13 1/2 x 10 in. (34.3 x 25.4 cm.) Condition: Not laid down. On chain laid paper. Trimmed. Lower edge trimmed through printed writing. Top edge hinged with tape to mat. Scattered losses in the margins. Some small tears and repairs again primarily in the margins along top edge and lower third. Handling crease near left center top edge. Light surface wear and abrasion. Some discoloration and light foxing. Colors still fairly vibrant. Otherwise, good condition. Frame appears to be old and period correct. Thank you for your interest in our upcoming sale. Please be aware that all property is sold ‘as is’ and should be viewed in person or by a professional before the sale to fully assess the condition. This condition report has been prepared as a courtesy by Nye & Company specialists and should not be viewed as a substitute for physical examination by you and/or your professional advisor. Nye & Company specialists are not trained restorers/conservators, and the report is not as detailed as a comprehensive report that would be created by a professional advisor. We will do our best to make reliable observations on the work, which we hope will be helpful to you, we strongly recommend you enlist the help of a professional advisor to prepare a more complete report. While we try to photograph items as accurately as possible, please note that digital photography and images, especially when viewed through computer screens, may present colors that differ slightly from the colors of the object when viewed in person. We also wish to respectfully remind you that the Nye & Company warranties pertaining to the property are limited and set forth in our Conditions of Sale and do not extend to condition. PLEASE NOTE THAT AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2023 THE NYE & COMPANY BUYER’S PREMIUM HAS BEEN RAISED FROM 23% TO 25%.Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot. We also recommend asking for a shipping quote before bidding. CASH, CASHIER CHECK, MONEY ORDER, AND WIRE TRANSFER ARE THE ONLY METHODS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED FOR JEWELRY.