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Sam Francis
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Sam Francis
- Untitled
signed and dated 1952 Paris on the reverse
watercolor on paper
- 17 1/4 by 14 in. 44.4 by 35.6 cm.
- Executed circa 1956.
Provenance
Galerie d'art Moderne, Basel
André Emmerich Gallery, Inc., New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in May 1975
Exhibited
Boston, Institute of Contemporary Art; Manila, Gallery of the Cultural Center for Philippines; Taipei, American Institute in Taiwan American Cultural Center; Hong Kong, Pao-Sui Loong Galleries; Pusan, South Korea; Sam Francis: Works on Paper, A Survey 1948 - 1979, September - June 1981
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The colors are very bright and vibrant and there is only very slight yellowing to the sheet. There is a few minute tears at the corners. Otherwise, there are no condition problems with this work. The sheet is hinged verso with archival tape at intervals around the edges. Framed under Plexiglas.
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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.