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Donald Friend
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 AUD
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Description
- Donald Friend
- FIGURE STUDIES
- Inscribed with title and signed figure studies/ Donald Friend (lower right)
- Ink, watercolour and gouache on paper
- 78 by 56cm
Provenance
Australian and European Paintings, Sculpture, Drawings and Prints, Part I & II, Christies, Melbourne, 25 & 26 November 1997, lot 41
Private collection, Brisbane; purchased from the above
Private collection, Brisbane; purchased from the above
Condition
The paper has discoloured slightly, consistent with the work's age. There are very faint traces of minor foxing (along upper edge). This work appears to be laid down, but has not been inspected out of its frame. The work is in overall good original 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. 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."
"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."