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Leonora Carrington (1917-2011)
Estimate
70,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Leonora Carrington
- Spider
- signed, dated 1967 and inscribed A Maria con todo my cariño Leonora lower right; also inscribed Spider on the reverse
- watercolor and gouache on thick paper
- 24 1/4 by 29 3/4 in.
- 61.6 by 75.6 cm
Provenance
Gift from the artist to María Felix
Sale: Christie's, New York, María Felix: La Doña, July 17, 2007, lot 85, illustrated in color
Sale: Christie's, New York, María Felix: La Doña, July 17, 2007, lot 85, illustrated in color
Condition
There is deckling along the bottom and top edge of the sheet. Pinholes are present in all four-corners and in the center of the upper edge. Tears are visible in the upper left and upper right corners. Slight rippling is visible throughout the bottom of the sheet. The paper is taped to the mat via the reverse. The colors are vibrant and stable. Overall, this work is in very good condition.
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.
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.