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René Portocarrero (1912-1986)
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- René Portocarrero
- Composition
- signed and dated 71 lower left
- gouache and marker on brown paper
- 19 3/8 by 25 3/8 in.
- 49.8 by 65.1 cm
Provenance
Sale: Koller Auktionen AG, Zurich, Moderne Kunst, Gemälde, Skulpturen, Graphik, December 8, 2006, lot 3223, illustrated in color
Obrapia Fine Arts, Miami
Obrapia Fine Arts, Miami
Condition
The work is mounted to a backing board and all edges are visible. The artist's pinholes are evident in the upper corners. The sheet has some very minor bumps and dents, mainly at the corners, from handling. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from a minor repaired loss in the left side of the figure at the right's hat. Very light staining is visible in the upper left edge. Overall, the 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.