ARTIST UNKNOWN, GROOTE EYLANDT

Painted at Groote Eylandt in the 1960s
Private collection

Both works are housed in a contemprary black timber box frame under glass. 'Stingrays and Fish' is in good and stable condition overall with no visible signs of repairs or restoration. There are two holes on the left margin which may have been for suspension. There is slight pigment loss overall, particularly to the white and yellow paint. There is fraying to the top right hand corner of the bark. There is a thin, vertical, hairline crack approximately 6 cm long extending from the top centre. 'Untitled' is in good and stable condition overall with no visible signs of repairs or restoration. There is pigment loss overall to the red, yellow and white ochres.
"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.
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