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Paul Jenkins
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Jenkins
- Sphinx
- signed, titled and dated 1958 New York on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 64 1/2 by 66 3/4 in. 163.8 by 169.5 cm.
Provenance
Martha Jackson Gallery, New York
Collection of Dr. Robert Sager, Taos, New Mexico
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1976
Collection of Dr. Robert Sager, Taos, New Mexico
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1976
Literature
Albert Elsen, Paul Jenkins, New York, 1974, cat. no. 42, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined and the edges are taped. The canvas buckles lightly at the 4 corners. There is some scattered, fine craquelure and minor pigment separation throughout. There are light accretions scattered throughout and a few faint surface scuffs. There is some wear to the turning edges and lower right corner. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there were no visible areas of restoration. 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.
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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.