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Wifredo Lam (1902-1982)
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Sin tÃtulo
charcoal and pastel on Grumbacher paper
- 23 1/8 by 29 in.
- 58.7 by 74 cm
- Executed in 1957.
Provenance
Private Collection, Caracas
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
Barcelona, Fundació "la Caixa", Wifredo Lam: Obra sobre papel, January 21-March 21, 1993, no. 91, p. 148, illustrated in color
Condition
Pinholes are present in all four-corners. Minor foxing is visible in the center of the right edge and along the lower edge of the sheet. Small water stains are present in the upper left edge. A small stain, not inherent to the work, is present in the neck of the right bird figure. Additionally, light discoloration is visible throughout the paper. The colors are overall 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.