Lot 38
  • 38

Alejandro Otero (1921-1990)

Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 USD
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Description

  • Alejandro Otero
  • Coloritmo 9
  • signed, titled and dated 56 on the reverse
  • duco paint on wood
  • 78 3/4 by 18 1/8 in.
  • 200 by 46 cm

Provenance

Manuel Pardo, Caracas
By descent to the present owner

Condition

This painting on a heavy piece of board is in beautiful condition. These enamel-like surfaces are very prone to scuffs and small scrapes, but in this case the picture has been well protected and preserved. There are two small losses in the lower portion in the green stripes which could easily be preserved. There is a vertical line in the blue shape in the upper left which although visible, is not restored; it does not appear to be the result of any damage and in fact appears to be original to the artist's technique. Other than this the painting seems to be in remarkably good condition, especially considering the ailments that often beset paintings of this kind. This condition report has been provided courtesy of Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc.
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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