Lot 9
  • 9

Francis Bacon

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • Oedipus and the Sphinx after Ingres
  • Image: 1166 by 856 mm.

Provenance

Sale: Christie's, Amsterdam, 10 December 1992, lot 551

Condition

With full (?) margins. In good condition apart from two scuff marks in the plinth of the sphinx. Other occasional onubtrusive scuff marks. Taped with paper tape at intervals along the upper edge of sheet verso and in two places along right and left edge of sheet verso. Very pale paper discoloration and surface dirt verso. Framed.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Lithograph printed in colours, 1984, signed in pencil (?), inscribed H.C., an hors commerce impression aside from the edition of 150, on wove paper
Image: 117 by 86 cm.
Sheet: 128 by 90 cm.