Lot 601
  • 601

Peter Halley

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • Peter Halley
  • White Cell
  • signed three times, titled and dated 1989 on the reverse
  • Day-Glo acrylic, acrylic and Roll-a-Tex on canvas

  • 87 by 101 3/4 in. 221 by 258.5 cm.

Provenance

Galleria Lia Rumma, Naples
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1989

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges and corners with associated spot accretions as well as associated losses to the paint, most noticeably a 1 inch area located along the right edge about 6 inches from the top edge. There are scattered fine line abrasions, most noticeably an area in the blue painted area about 10 inches from the left edge. 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.