Enrico Castellani

Acquistato dall'attuale proprietario direttamente dall'artista

This work appears in generally good overall condition. There are few minor craquelure towards the center of the upper margin and towards left visible under close inspection. There is a tiny trace of dirt towards the right upper edge. Colour is slightly warmer compared to the 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."

"Quando eravamo giovani, i più anziani ci consideravano eretici ed iconoclasti, ed avevano ragione. Avevano torto nel demonizzarci perché non usavamo i loro stessi mezzi ed il loro linguaggio. Ora, se c’è una attività in cui è permesso, anzi doveroso, inventarsi in tutta libertà le tecniche del fare più consone a veicolare il proprio linguaggio, questa è proprio l’attività artistica".
(Enrico Castellan in Catalogo ragionato, tomo I, p.248)