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Francis Newton Souza
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Newton Souza
- Untitled
Signed and dated 'Souza '90' upper right
Oil on canvas- 140.5 by 58 cm. (55ΒΌ by 22 7/8 in.)
Condition
One minor area of chipping to lower middle, otherwise canvas appears to be in very good overall condition, colours of original richer and brighter than catalogue illustration, as viewed.
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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."
Catalogue Note
Although painted by Souza in 1990 this work is stylistically very similar to the townscapes he painted during the 1960s. It possesses the energy of application of the earlier period with the haphazard juxtaposition of buildings. 'The landscapes, architectonic with their 'cubic factors' are ultimately lyrical. There's an unrestrained enthusiasm, a liberty in the application of colour that is swiftly applied with a palette knife, creating smooth pulsating textures.' (Anthony Ludwig, Souza, New Delhi, Dhoomimal Gallery).