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ARTIST UNKNOWN, GROOTE EYLANDT
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 AUD
bidding is closed
Description
- Artist Unknown, Groote Eylandt
- UNTITLED - MARINE LIFE
Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark
- 69.5 by 44 cm
Provenance
Painted at Groote Eylandt in the 1960s
Private collection
Private collection
Condition
This painting is housed behind perspex in a contemporary box frame. There has been some light pigment loss to various areas of the painting though remaining pigments appear relatively stable. There are some small holes in the bark at each end where it has previously been attached and two fine cracks extending from the top and the bottom
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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. 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."