Lot 89
  • 89

Oswaldo Guayasamín (1919-1999)

Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Oswaldo Guayasamín
  • Iglesia
  • signed lower right
  • 23 1/4 by 29 3/8 in.
  • (59 by 74.5 cm)
oil on masonite

Provenance

Estate of Ardath U. Deaton, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

There is faint craquelure in a few scattered areas of the painting. There is a ¼ in. loss 3 in. from the bottom and 6 in. from the left and another small circular loss in the upper right corner. Under ultraviolet light there is a significant area that fluoresces at the top of the steeple and a few areas around the door. Otherwise, this work appears to be in stable and 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.