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Wifredo Lam (1902-1982)
Estimate
22,000 - 28,000 USD
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Description
- Sans Titre
- signed and dated 1974 lower right
pastel on paper
- 20 1/4 by 28 1/8 in.
- 51.5 by 71.5 cm
Provenance
Gallery Lelong, Paris
Gallery Thessa Herold, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner (2004)
Exhibited
Paris, Galerie Thessa Herold, Wifredo Lam-Figures Caraïbes, September 17-October 26, 2002, no. 18
Condition
The work is signed "Lam 1965" on the reverse. The edges of the paper are deckled, and the paper is hinged to the mat in three spots along the upper edge. There are pinholes in both the upper right and upper left corners as well as in the center of both the right and left edges. There is scattered creasing to the edges and a possible area of rubbing the lower third of the work in the center of the paper. Overall, the work is in excellent 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.