Lot 356: SIMON MARSDEN | Duntroon Castle, Argyllshire, Scotland, 1986 Ballaghmore Castle, Co. Laois, Eire, 1986

Two silver prints, printed later. Each signed, titled and numbered 1/25 and 10/25 in black felt tip pen and annotated in pencil on the reverse.

sheets: 50.5 by 41cm.; 20 by 16in.; images: 46.8 by 32cm.; 18½ by 12½in.

These prints are in overall very good to excellent condition. With some handling marks and lightly rubbed corners and edges, and with slight undulation to both prints. In the Duntroon Castle print there is a small, light crease (approx 2 cm) in the upper left quadrant, and another (approx 2 cm) in the lower left quadrant.
"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.
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Simon Marsden, The Haunted Realm, Webb & Bower, Exeter, 1986, illustrated p.77 (Duntroon Castle);
Simon Marsden, Phantom of the Isles, Webb & Bower, Exeter, 1990, illustrated p.103 (Ballaghmore Castle).

Acquired directly from the Artist by the present owner