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Lot 181
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Peter Lanyon

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Peter Lanyon
  • Black Stone
  • signed, numbered and dated 64; also signed, inscribed and dated 64 again on the reverse
  • pencil, watercolour and gouache
  • 57.5 by 76cm.; 22½ by 30in.

Provenance

The Estate of the Artist
Gimpel Fils, London, where purchased by the present owner

Condition

The sheet is not laid down, but is adhered by all four corners. The edges are deckled, and there is some minor cockling to the sheet. There is a watermark in the upper right corner. There are a few very minor spots of foxing to the sheet, visible in the white areas. This excepting the work appears to be in very good condition, with bright vivid colours throughout. Housed behind glass in a white-pained frame and set within a white mount. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) s207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present lot.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."