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Wifredo Lam
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Studies for porcelain plates: two drawings
- Each: Signed Wifredo Lam and dated 1970 (lower right)
Charcoal and pastel on paper. Together with a porcelain plate (three works).
- Each: 17 1/2 by 23 1/4 in.
- 44.5 by 59 cm
Provenance
Giorgio Upiglio, Milan
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
Drawings: Both in good condition All edges visible as framed. Both affixed to mount and slight rippling, some creases. Old tape residue at edges. Minute tear (less than 1 cm) at center of left edge of yellow colored drawing. Small scattered scratches and abrasions to surface of green colored drawing.
Plate: overall very good condition. Some dirt on the rim of the reverse, which touches the surface. Plate diameter: 9 3/4 in. (24.7 cm)
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.
Catalogue Note
The authenticity of these drawings has been confirmed by Eskil Lam.