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Tom Wesselmann
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- Tom Wesselmann
- Study for Lulu
- signed, titled and dated twice 1983 and 83 on the overlap
- oil on canvas
- 22 by 30 in. 55.9 by 76.2 cm.
- Executed in 1983, this work is accompanied by a certifcate of authenticity signed by the artist.
Provenance
Maxwell Davidson Gallery, New York
Galleria Tega, Milan
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Galleria Tega, Milan
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is a small area of fine and unobtrusive circular craquelure located 9 in. from the bottom edge and 1 in. from the right edge. Additionally, there is an extremely fine surface abrasion, visible only under raking light, which fluoresces darkly under ultraviolet light; it is located 1/2 in. from the bottom edge and 4 3/4 in. from the right edge. Under ultra violet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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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
Study for Lulu is the unique painting for which an eponymous print of an edition of 250 was published by the artist the year before.