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Alex Katz
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Alex Katz
- Three Cows
- oil on canvas
- 96 by 144 1/2 in. 243.4 by 367 cm.
- Executed in 1981.
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, New York
Private Collection, Irving, Texas (acquired from the above in 1985)
Sotheby's, New York, March 11, 1998, lot 255
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Private Collection, Irving, Texas (acquired from the above in 1985)
Sotheby's, New York, March 11, 1998, lot 255
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Literature
Sam Hunter, Alex Katz, New York, 1992, cat. no. 68, p. 74, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling at the edges with associated pinpoint losses and fine abrasions. Additionally, the painting exhibits evidence of scattered drip accretions. Under ultraviolet 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.
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.