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Dr. Atl (Gerardo Murillo) (1875-1964)
Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
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Description
- Dr. Atl (Gerardo Murillo)
- Autorretrato (Self-Portrait)
- signed and dated 1958 lower right
- oil on board laid down on masonite
- 27 3/8 by 21 1/4 in.
- 69.5 by 54 cm
- Painted in 1958.
Provenance
Sale: Louis C. Morton, Mexico, Subasta de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo, November 27, 1996, lot 48, illustrated in color
Condition
The surface of the work presents some slight craquelure more noticeable along the left border where some restoration is confirmed under UV light. Minor paint loss is visible on the upper left border, where this a gauge/hole to the surface measuring 2 cm in diameter. Paint loss is also visible on the upper right border and lower left corner where buckling and fading is also apparent. Two fine paper tears reveal the masonite support: the first one measuring 18 cm long and running horizontally along the lower left quadrant, the second one to the right measuring 6 cm long, also running horizontally.
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.
Catalogue Note
This painting is part of the National Heritage of Mexico and cannot be permanently exported from the country. Accordingly, it is offered for sale in New York from the catalogue and will not be available in New York for inspection or delivery. The painting will be released to the purchaser in Mexico in compliance with all local requirements. Prospective buyers may contact Sotheby’s representatives in Mexico City and Monterrey for an appointment to view the work.