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Fernando Botero (b. 1933)
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
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Description
- Fernando Botero
- Nature morte aux oranges
- signed and dated 67 lower right; also signed and dated on the reverse
- 37 1/2 by 43 1/4 in.
- (95.2 by 109.7 cm)
oil on canvas
Provenance
Galerie Veranneman, Kruisthoutem
Private Collection (acquired from the above)
Condition
The canvas is unlined and well stretched. There is a possible repaired area of flaking and paint loss in two areas along the top edge in the far left, each measuring ¾ in. There is slight buckling in the upper left corner. Under ultraviolet light there appears to be inpainting to the two paint losses and to a few scattered areas of flaking in the background. Overall in very good condition.
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.
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.