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Alice Neel
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Alice Neel
- Study #1 Warhol Portrait; Study #2 for Warhol Portrait; Final Study #3 for Warhol Portrait [Three Works]
- i. signed, titled and dated 1970 on the backing paper
ii. signed, titled and dated 1970 on the backing paper
iii. signed and dated '70; signed, titled and dated 1970 on the backing paper - ink on paper in artist-chosen frames
- Each framed: 9 by 8 3/4 in. 22.9 by 22.2 cm.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
These works are in good condition overall. There are scattered surface scuffs and abrasions to the silver frames and Plexiglas front of all three frames. The paper of all three is yellowing slightly, particularly on Study #1. There is a small spot accretion at the top edge of the Study #2. Study #3 has a small tear along the left side of the paper and a few spot accretions to the front of the matte. The signed backing paper on the reverse of all three are torn in spots. Each framed under Plexiglas. Not examined out of the frames.
*Please note the auction begins at 9:30 am on November 14th.*
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.