Theodoros Stamos

Private Collection
Sotheby's, New York, 6 November 1985, Lot 50
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner

This work is in very good condition overall. There is minor evidence of handling along the edges, including faint hairline craquelure at the pull margins and some loss and fraying of the lateral lower left corner. Under raking light, faint vertical stretcher bar impressions are visible. Under very close inspection, there are some areas of localized and faint hairline craquelure visible under raking light, there is a pinpoint reddish-brown spot accretion along the top edge 20-inches from the right and another in the lower right quadrant. Also under close inspection, a faint drip accretion is visible along the lower right edge and in the artist’s signature, both of which appear to be from the time of execution. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, the aforementioned accretions fluoresce lightly, but do not appear to be the result of restoration. Framed.
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.

"So, it is the eye and the paint—paint on canvas—with which I am involved, allowing the paint to have a chance and achieving a harmony between the two."
Theodoros Stamos