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Sam Francis
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Sam Francis
- Los Angeles
- signed, dated 1970 and stamped by The Estate of Sam Francis on the reverse
- gouache on paper
- 121.5 by 161.5cm.; 47 7/8 by 63 1/2 in.
Provenance
Galerie Delaive, Amsterdam
Private Collection, Europe
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Private Collection, Europe
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the greens are much deeper and richer in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached verso to the mount in several places and undulates very slightly. The vertical edges are deckled. Close inspection reveals a few minor handling creases and some light discolouration towards the extreme outer edges. Extremely close inspection reveals some very light, short, stable and unobtrusive hairline cracks to some of the thicker areas of opaque red and green pigment, and a pinprick-sized media accretion towards the centre of the composition. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet light.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."