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Agustín Fernández (1928-2006)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Agustín Fernández
- Limones
- signed and dated 1955 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 50 1/4 by 38 1/4 in.
- 127.7 by 97.1 cm
Provenance
Acquired from the artist by the present owner
Condition
The canvas is unlined. There is buckling throughout the canvas especially in the corners. There is a 5 by 3 in. area of heavy craquelure in the upper left corner and scattered craquelure throughout the work particularly along the upper edge. Under ultraviolet light there appears to be an opaque varnish. There is evidence of retouching to some areas where there is heavy craquelure especially in the background. There are also possible areas of inpainting scattered throughout the work. Overall in stable 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.
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.