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Matta (1911-2002)
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Matta
- Triumphéros
- signed lower right
- oil on canvas
- 82 by 159 1/4 in.
- 208.3 by 404.5 cm
- Painted in 1985.
Provenance
Galerie de France, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner (2000)
Acquired from the above by the present owner (2000)
Condition
The canvas is unlined. There are some pinholes in the lower edge and some in the right edge. They appear to be from a previous stretcher. There are some faint stretcher marks on the right side. There is a horizontal scratch extending out the center of the left side. Overall, this work appears to be in very 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.
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
In the mid 1980's Matta did a wonderful series of monumental works exploring classical Greek mythology. These paintings, including Triumpheros, are populated with exuberant heroes and heroines, gods and goddesses, wood nymphs, chariots and satyrs, painted in white against blue and green backgrounds. Other works from this series include: La Belle Helene, Leda Demain and Eros Enfant.