S. Sudjojono

Acquired directly from the artist

The painting is in good condition, as is the canvas, which is clear and taut. There are some faint rub marks on the upper edge but otherwise the paint layers are well-preserved. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals no indication of retouching.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

"Who will show the world: 'Look, this is how we are' ...A generation who will dare to say: 'This is how we are', which means this is our condition of life now, and these our desires... The new artist would then no longer paint only the peaceful hut, blue mountains, romantic or picturesque band sweetish subjects, but also the sugar factories and the emaciated peasant, the motor cars of the rich and the pants of the poor youth; the sandals, trousers and jacket of the man on the street..."

S. SUDJOJONO CITED IN ASTRI WRIGHT, SOUL, SPIRIT AND MOUNTAIN: PREOCCUPATIONS OF CONTEMPORARY INDONESIAN PAINTERS, OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, KUALA LUMPUR, 1994, P. 159.