Lot 367
  • 367

Marc Quinn

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
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Description

  • Marc Quinn
  • Flood Plain of the Tributaries of the Orinocco
  • signed, titled and dated 2008 on the reverse

  • oil on canvas
  • 66 1/2 by 104 3/8 in. 169 by 265 cm.

Provenance

Galerie Hopkins-Custot, Paris
Acquired by the present owner from the above

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is slightly slack on the stretcher and there is evidence of handling and wear at the edges. There are two fine linear abrasions located as follows: the first is a 2 inch abrasion located 11 ½ inches from the left edge and 10 inches from the bottom edge; the second is a 4 inch abrasion located 21 inches from the left edge and 7 ½ inches from the bottom edge with an associated pinpoint paint loss. Under ultra violet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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.
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