- 465
Sam Francis
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Sam Francis
- Untitled
- monotype with woodcut, dry pigment, ink and oil on paper
- 29 1/4 by 25 in. 74.3 by 63.5 cm.
- Executed in 1981, this work is stamped on the reverse by the Sam Francis Estate. This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Sam Francis Estate, Venice, California.
Provenance
Estate of the artist
Acquired by the present owner circa 2000
Acquired by the present owner circa 2000
Literature
Pontus Hulton and Garner Tullis, The Monotypes of Sam Francis, Stuttgart, 1994, pp. 136-37, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board in multiple places. The sheet is deckled on all sides. There is variation to the surface with deep embossed impressions, due to the artist's working method. There is some minor flaking to the pigment, mostly in the areas of yellow and orange. There is some light surface soiling. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.
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.