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Sam Francis
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 USD
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Description
- Sam Francis
- Blue Balls
- signed and dated Paris 1961 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 36 by 30 in. 91.4 by 76.2 cm.
Provenance
Ulrike Kantor, Los Angeles
Thomas Babeor Gallery, La Jolla
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Thomas Babeor Gallery, La Jolla
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Literature
Debra Burchett-Lere, ed., Sam Francis: Catalogue Raisonné of the Canvas and Panel Paintings 1946-1994, California, 2011, cat. no. 345, illustrated on DVD
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The colors are bright and vibrant. There is evidence of light wear and handling toward the edges, particularly towards the bottom left edge where there is rubbing along the bottom right edge and the canvas is frayed slightly at the corner. There is a spot of craquelure at the top center blue drip. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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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.
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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.