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John Bratby
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- John Bratby
- Self Portrait with Playing Cards
- Oil on masonite
- 48 by 26 1/4 in.
- 121.9 by 66.7 cm.
- This work was painted circa 1962.
Provenance
Ashgate Gallery, London
ACA Gallery, New York
(Probably) Acquired from the above
ACA Gallery, New York
(Probably) Acquired from the above
Exhibited
Arts Council Touring Exhibition, British Self Portraits, February-September 1962 titled Self Portrait with Card
London, Ashgate Gallery, October 1962, titled Self Portrait with Playing Cards
New York, ACA Gallery, October 1964, titled Sanguine Self Portrait and Ace of Hearts
London, Ashgate Gallery, October 1962, titled Self Portrait with Playing Cards
New York, ACA Gallery, October 1964, titled Sanguine Self Portrait and Ace of Hearts
Condition
The reverse of the work is painted with an abstract image. The masonite has some rubbed and nicked edges, especially at the corners and extreme edges. There are three small holes along the upper edges, which appear to be from a nail or other such item. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from surface dirt and an unevenly applied yellowed varnish. The impasto is still quite fresh. Under UV: there are no apparent signs of inpainting.
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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.