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René Portocarrero (1912-1986)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- René Portocarrero
- Ángeles
- signed and dated 41 lower right; also signed on the reverse
- watercolor and ink on paper
- 14 7/8 by 10 3/4 in.
- 45.4 by 27.3 cm
Provenance
Acquired from the artist
Exhibited
Washington, D.C., The Organization of American States, Art of the Americas in Washington Private Collections. Tribute to the Arts of the Americas, March 15-April 7, 1974, no. 49
Condition
This work is in generally good condition overall. The paper is hinged by the upper edge. Minor deckling is present along the extreme right and bottom edges. Two repaired tears, measure approximately one-and-a-half inches respectively, extend from the center of the bottom edge. Two small tears, approximately one-quarter-of-an-inch each, are present in the center of the right edge of the paper. Minor foxing is present in the upper right corner. The media layer is stable.
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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.