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Sam Francis
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sam Francis
- Untitled (SFM 77-018)
- Artist's estate stamps verso
- monotype on paper, unframed
- sheet 607 by 720 mm 23 7/8 by 28 1/4 in.
- Executed in 1977.
Monotype printed in colors, oil paint and powdered pigment on handmade paper, 1977, with the ink stamp of The Sam Francis Estate and the artist's stamped signature on the verso, the full sheet, in good condition apart from scattered foxing and pale discoloration
Condition
The oil from the pigments has discolored portions of the paper recto and verso. There is also a pale stain in the center of the lower sheet edge. Tiny fox marks are scattered throughout the sheet, visible upon close inspection.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.