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Andy Warhol
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Andy Warhol
- Karen Lerner
- signed and inscribed K.L.C 5/5 on the overlap
- acrylic and silkscreen ink on canvas
- 30 1/4 by 28 in. 76.2 by 71.1 cm.
- Executed in 1972.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Literature
Georg Frei and Neil Printz, eds., The Andy Warhol Catalogue Raisonné: Paintings and Sculptures 1970-1974, Vol. 03, New York, 2010, cat. no. 2195, p. 114, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling to the edges, resulting in minor loss at the corners and hairline craquelure at the pull margins. There are a few extremely minor and unobtrusive pinpoint accretions at the left side of the canvas. There are two networks of hairline craquelure in the figure's hair, one to the right of her face, and one at the top of her face. There is a 2 ½ inch diagonal accretion below the face. There are faint stretcher bar impressions along the edges. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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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.