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Larry Rivers
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Larry Rivers
- America's No. 1 Problem
- signed and titled
- acrylic on shaped canvas sheathed in plastic with cut plastic affixed to silver metallic paper
- 26 1/4 by 20 1/2 in.
- 66.5 by 52 cm.
- Executed circa 1969.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner directly from the artist
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There are scattered areas of rippling and bubbling, presumably due to the artist's method of laying down the silver sheet. There are scattered indentations and scratches throughout, presumably related to the artist's working method. Few scattered areas of brown accretion along the top edge. Not examined out of the frame. Framed in a gilt wood frame under glass. ARTIST'S FRAME?
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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.