Lot 95
  • 95

Héctor Poleo (1918-1989)

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Héctor Poleo
  • Untitled
  • signed and dated 47 lower right
  • paper: 21 1/4 by 16 1/8 in., image: 13 3/8 by 12 in.
  • paper: 54 by 41.2 cm, image: 33.6 by 30.5 cm

Provenance

The Estate of Dolores Hopewood
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

Please note that this lot is incorrectly dated on the catalogue. The correct date is 47. The paper is mounted to the mat on the upper left and right corners. There is darkening to the paper throughout. There is darkening along the edges of the drawn area consistent with a previous mating. There is a 1 in. scratch to the left of the woman's neck. There is scattered brown staining along the right edge. There is some rippling throughout the paper. There is a 2 in. diagonal tear on the center of the left edge. Overall, the work is in good 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.