Tom Wesselmann

Galerie Guy Pieters, Knokke - Heist
Collezione Casamonti, Firenze
Ivi acquistato dall'attuale proprietario nel 2006

In generale l'opera è in buone condizioni. Vi sono alcune minori tracce di usura in corrispondenza degli angoli, visibili dall'illustrazione in catalogo. Vi sono alcune tracce di craquelures filiformi lungo gli spigoli dei margini. Non vi sono tracce di restauri visibili sotto la lampada a raggi UV. I colori sono più caldi rispetto all'illustrazione in catalogo. This work appears to be in generally good overall condition. There are minor traces of wearing by the corners, visible in the catalogue illustration. There are few traces of threadlike craquelures along the margins edges. No traces of retouching appear to be visible under UV light. Colurs are warmer compared to catalogue illustration.
"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."

"Negli anni sono stato ossessionato dalla dimensione, avvicinandomi nel nudo. Mi sono leggermente stancato di fare nudi a grandezza naturale perchè tutto il resto nel dipinto doveva essere troppo piccolo. Non era abbastanza eccitante ai miei occhi."
Tom Wesselman