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Oswaldo Guayasamín (1919-1999)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Oswaldo Guayasamín
- Retrato de Joven
- signed and dated 1941 lower left
- 21 1/8 by 17 1/8 in.
- (53.6 by 43.5 cm)
oil on canvas
Provenance
Acquired from the artist
Private Collection, Tuscon (by descent from the above)
Private Collection, Tuscon (by descent from the above)
Condition
The canvas is well stretched and appears to be relined. Under ultra violet light, there is a 5 in. area of inpainting by the boy's left ear as well as on the upper left and top edges of the painting. Also there are three 2 in. areas of inpainting in the upper right quadrant and along the right borders. The paint surface appears to be on stable condition.
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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.