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MAQBOOL FIDA HUSAIN | Untitled (Couple on Bicycle); Mankeshwar and Maqbool watching Ramlila
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Maqbool Fida Husain
- Untitled (Couple on Bicycle); Mankeshwar and Maqbool watching Ramlila
- Signed 'Husain' lower left on Untitled (Couple on Bicycle)Bearing Vadehra Art Gallery labels on reverse
- Acrylic on paper
- 30.8 x 25.6 cm. (12 ⅛ x 10 in.); 31 x 26.3 cm. (12 ⅛ x 10 ¼ in.)
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Purchased from the above in 2015
Purchased from the above in 2015
Literature
Mankeshwar and Maqbool watching Ramlila - B. Singh, Maqbool Fida Husain, Rahul & Art, New Delhi, 2008, illustration p. 33
Condition
Untitled (Couple on Bicycle) There are creases throughout the paper and small tears on the left and bottom edge near the wheel. There are small spots of foxing and yellowing due to age. Faint sketch marks are visible that are likely inherent. The work is in good overall condition, as viewed. Untitled (Figures) There is a large crease running diagonally across the work and a small discolouration on the figure on the far right. There are small spots of foxing and yellowing to the paper due to age. There are dark glue stains on the reverse. Faint sketch marks are visible that are likely inherent. The painting is in good overall condition, as viewed.
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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. 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."