Lot 300
  • 300

Rainer Fetting

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rainer Fetting
  • Crazy face
  • signed, titled and dated 84 on the reverse
  • oil and wood on canvas
  • 182 by 152 by 15cm.; 71 5/8 by 59 7/8 by 5 7/8 in.

Condition

Colours: The colours are fairly accurate although warmer in the original. The tonality of the red beneath the eyes tends more towards magenta. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The canvas is slack and there are drying cracks to the lower left of the figure's left eye. There some very small spots of paint loss to the impasto peaks and there are several hoizontal rub marks at the bottom edge.
"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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