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Mike Bidlo
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Mike Bidlo
- Not Picasso (Bather with Beachball, 1932)
signed and dated 1932 • 1987 on the reverse; titled on the stretcher
- oil on linen
- 57 3/4 by 45 in. 146.7 by 114.3 cm.
Provenance
Leo Castelli Gallery, New York
Galerie Bischofberger, Zurich
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling at the edges. There is a 1 ½ inch fine abrasion located 21 inches from the left edge and 21 ½ inches from the bottom edge. Additionally, there are two indentations in the canvas as follows: the first measures 1/8 inch in diameter and is located 18 ½ inches from the bottom edge and 24 ½ inches from the left edge; the second measures ¼ inches in diameter and measures 10 inches from the bottom edge and 14 inches from the right edge. Under ultra violet light inspection, there is no apparent restoration. Unframed.
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.