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Sam Francis
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sam Francis
- Untitled
- signed and dated 1986 on the reverse
- acrylic on canvas
- 139 by 35 in. 353.1 by 88.9 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, Santa Monica (acquired directly from the artist)
Christie's, New York, February 14, 1989, lot 123
André Emmerich Gallery, Inc., New York
John Berggruen Gallery, San Francisco
Private Collection, California
Christie's, New York, February 14, 1989, lot 123
André Emmerich Gallery, Inc., New York
John Berggruen Gallery, San Francisco
Private Collection, California
Literature
Debra Burchett-Lere, ed., Sam Francis: Catalogue Raisonné of Canvas and Panel Paintings - 1946-1994, Berkeley, 2011, no. 1325, illustrated in color on DVD
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges and corners. There's no evidence of restoration under UV light inspection. There are two spots that fluoresce brightly. Unframed.
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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.