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Alt, Al
Century Comedy "Al's Troubles" featuring Al Alt. Cleveland: Morgau Litho. Co., [1926] (no. 31231)
Color lithograph poster (40 3/4 x 26 7/8 in.; 1036 x 684 mm). Fold creases, some marginal tears, chips, and light soiling, tack holes in upper corners, rebacked with linen.
Al Alt was an actor and director active in the 1920s and '30s. This poster for one of his comedies was repurposed for the cover of the 2006 boxed CD-DVD set Ricky Jay Plays Poker.
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Alt, Al
Century Comedy "Al's Troubles" featuring Al Alt. Cleveland: Morgau Litho. Co., [1926] (no. 31231)
Color lithograph poster (40 3/4 x 26 7/8 in.; 1036 x 684 mm). Fold creases, some marginal tears, chips, and light soiling, tack holes in upper corners, rebacked with linen.
Al Alt was an actor and director active in the 1920s and '30s. This poster for one of his comedies was repurposed for the cover of the 2006 boxed CD-DVD set Ricky Jay Plays Poker.
Condition Report:
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
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