- 235
Victor Vasarely
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Victor Vasarely
- Reytey
- signed; signed, titled and dated 1968 on the reverse
- oil on wood
- 18 3/4 by 18 5/8 in. 47.6 by 47.3 cm.
Provenance
Galerie Denise René, Paris
Joseph H. Hirshhorn, New York (acquired from the above in 1968)
Estate of Joseph H. Hirshhorn
Gift of the above to the present owner in 1981
Joseph H. Hirshhorn, New York (acquired from the above in 1968)
Estate of Joseph H. Hirshhorn
Gift of the above to the present owner in 1981
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There are scattered surface abrasions, most significant are noted as follows: there is a 3 ½ inch abrasion located 4 inches from the bottom edge and 7 ½ inches from he right edge; there is a 1 ¼ inch abrasion located 4 inches from the bottom edge and 2 ½ inches from the left edge. Additionally, there are a few scattered colorless drip accretions, most notably there is a 1 ½ inch located 6 inches from the top edge and 7 ½ inches from the left edge. Under ultra violet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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.