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R. B. Kitaj
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- R. B. Kitaj
- Statue and Woman
- signed, inscribed with title and dated 1980-1988 on the overlap
- oil on canvas
- 153 by 61.5cm., 60 by 24in.
Provenance
Charity Sale, Art Works for London Lighthouse, Christie's, London, 2nd November 1988, lot 35
Literature
Marco Livingstone, Kitaj, Phaidon, London, 1992, no.441, p.188.
Condition
The canvas is unlined and appears to be providing an excellent support.
The paint surface also appears to be in lovely original condition, retaining good impasto throughout.
Presented unglazed in a mid-brown wooden frame in good condition. However, the work would possibly benefit from a more sympathetic presentation.
"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."