Lot 84
  • 84

Moshekwa Langa

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Moshekwa Langa
  • A Difficulty of Conscience
  • signed and dated 2007 on the reverse
  • acrylic, Chinese ink, transparent lacquer and paper collage on paper
  • 41 3/4 by 29 1/2 in. 106 by 74.9 cm.

Provenance

Goodman Gallery, Johannesburg
Acquired by the present owner from the above

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. All four edges are deckled, and there are pinholes at the top two corners. There is one spot of extremely fine and stable craquelure in the metalilic paint in the center of the work. There is also a very minor, 1/2 inch repaired tear along the top edge. The sheet is hinged verso to the matte intermittently along the edges. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.