Philip Guston

Gift of the artist
Thence by descent to the present owner

This work appears in good condition overall. There is evidence of wear particularly at the edges of the sheet. There are a few unobtrusive repaired tears that have been professionally addressed by the Paper Conservation Studio, Inc. respectively located 1 ½ in. from the right edge and 1 in. from the top edge; 1 ¼ in. from the right edge and 1 in. from the bottom edge; and along the top edge approximately 2 in. from the left edge. There is a vertical row of 4 original artist's pinholes located 1 ½ in. from the bottom edge and ¼ in. from the right edge and another group of artist's pinholes located ¼ in. from the left edge and 4 in. from the bottom edge. There is a small area of discoloration located 1 ¼ in. from the right edge and 4 ½ from the top edge. This sheet is secured at the top verso to an acid-free mat with archival hinges and framed under Plexiglas.
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.