Sam Francis

Gallery Mukai, Tokyo
Sotheby's, London, December 1, 1994, Lot 180
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

This work is in good condition overall. There are artist's pinholes at the top corners and a slight undulation to the sheet, inherent to the artist's working method. The sheet has slightly yellowed with age and there is evidence of light wear and handling at the edges. There are three ½ inch accretions located as follows: the first is located 4 ½ inches from the right edge and 3 inches from the bottom edge; the second is located 5 ½ inches from the right edge and 2 ¼ inches from the bottom edge; the last is located 8 ½ inches from the right edge along the bottom bottom edge. There are scattered grey pinpoint accretions located 2 inches from the left edge and 16 inches from the bottom edge. There is a 3 ½ inch repaired tear located across the dark green area in the lower left corner. Hinged verso at the top two corners and in the middle of the left and right edges to the backing board. 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.