Lot 262
  • 262

Tom Wesselmann

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Tom Wesselmann
  • Study for Sunset Nude, Orange Sky
  • signed and dated 04
  • ink and coloured pencil on paper
  • 10.8 by 14.8 cm.; 4½ by 5 7/8in.

Provenance

Galerie Benden & Klimczak, Cologne/Viersen
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Cologne, Galerie Benden & Klimczak, Tom Wesselmann, Drawings 2002 - 2004, 2005, p. 9, illustrated

 

Literature

'Zeichnungen von Tom Wesselmann bei Benden & Klimczak' in Die Welt, 16 July 2005, illustrated in colour

Condition

Colour: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is slightly warmer in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition: There is light undulation to the upper left hand quadrant. There are three very faint handling marks: one to the blond hair to the extreme left hand edge, one to the blond hair to the right of the figure's face, and one to the figure's leg in the lower right hand quadrant.
"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.
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