Lot 342
  • 342

Peter Doig

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Peter Doig
  • Red Wing
  • titled twice; signed and dated 1984 twice on the reverse
  • oil on paper, in two parts
  • 55 by 80cm.; 21 3/4 by 31 1/2 in.

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner

Condition

Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are tiny artist's pinholes in each corner of the left sheet, and a further artist's pinhole in the centre of the top edge. There is light undulation to the paper throughout and a horizontal crease in the centre of each sheet inherent to the artist's working process. There is a tiny tear and associated loss to the paper in the centre of the right edge of the left hand sheet. There is faint a diagonal rub mark to the yellow angel in the lower centre of the composition.
"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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