Lot 111
  • 111

Grace Hartigan

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Grace Hartigan
  • Untitled
  • signed, dated Oct. 8, 1952 and dedicated
  • ink and tempera on paper
  • 21 1/4 by 17 1/2 in.
  • 54 by 44.5 cm.

Condition

In good condition aside from pin holes all corners with associated tears upper left and right corners. Also one pin hole lower left and right approx. 3 1/2-inch from bottom and 2 1/2-inch from side. One pin hole upper left and right from approx. 3 1/2-inch from top and 2 1/2-inch from side (mostly visible from the reverse). Slight discoloration to sheet. Rippling due to medium. Minute piece missing lower right at edge approx. 2-inch from bottom. Minute tear lower center at edge. VERSO: residue from previous mount all around edges and slight abrasion to edges from a different mount. Most recent mount was at two upper corners and in the center.
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.