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The paper is held in place on its support with paper mounting corners at the two upper corners. The upper edge is adhered to the top mat. There is an artist pinhole in the lower left corner. There is a crease at the lower right corner. There are two half inch tears long the right center edge. There is slight mat burn along each extreme edge and the paper appears slightly toned overall. There appear to be a few small scattered spots of surface soiling.
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Lot 22Sale 3800
Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000)The Chess PlayersEstimate: USD 8,000 - 12,000
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