Mario Schifano

Collezione Claudia Cocchia, Roma
Ivi acquistato dall'attuale proprietario

This work appears to be in generally good overall condition. There are few minor and unobtrusive paint losses towards the centre of the right edge. The bearing is slightly wavy towards the lower left margin. There are pale dots of scattered browings. Colours are warmer and much more saturated compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."

"Faceva opere bellissime, aveva un talento picassiano dove anche l'errore, la goccia che gli cascava dal pennello, diventava arte. Però certi lavori sembravano troppo simili, troppo ispirati a cose americane viste alla Biennale del '64. Tipo Jim Dine o Jasper Johns. Come tutti i grandi talenti, quando vedeva una cosa bella voleva subito rifarla mettendoci quel tanto di diverso che bastava per farla diventare sua"
(cit. Fabio Mauri in L. Ronchi, Mario Schifano - Una biografia, Monza 2012, pag. 59)