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Wifredo Lam (1902-1982)
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Untitled
- signed and dated 59 lower right
- charcoal and pastel on paper
- 27 5/8 by 39 1/4 in.
- 70 by 100 cm
Provenance
Nicolas Art Gallery, Coral Gables
Sale: Christie's, New York, Latin American Art, May 19 1994, lot 180, illustrated in color
Private collection, New York
Sale: Christie's, New York, Latin American Art, November 20, 2007, lot 95, illustrated in color
Exhibited
Santo Domingo, Nader Art Gallery, Matta y Lam: Dos Grandes Maestros Latinoamericanos, September 1994
Condition
The paper is taped to the mat along the upper and lower edges. There is foxing throughout some parts of the paper--present also on the reverse. Foxing is visible particularly on the upper left quadrant and along the upper side. There's a small scratch on the center of the paper and another longer diagonal scratch by the face to the right. There are a couple of smaller scratches in the upper third, center section of the paper. There is a flattened crease in the lower right quadrant, to the right.
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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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.