Lot 93
  • 93

NANDABITTA

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 AUD
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Description

  • NANDABITTA
  • WATER MONITORS c.1970
  • Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark
  • 63 by 47 cm

Provenance

Gifted to the owner's father by Sir David Fairbairn, Minister for National Development 1964-1969
Private collection, Melbourne

 

Condition

Bark is housed in a contemporary frame on a cloth backing. Bark and pigment appear in excellent condition with very small amounts of pigment loss and a series of six small holes at the top and bottom from which some have cracks extending whereby the bark has previously attached.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."