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Sam Francis
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Sam Francis
- Red with Blue
- signed, dedicated to Cara, and variously inscribed on the reverse
- watercolour on paper
- 27.4 by 20.5cm.; 11 3/4 by 8in.
Provenance
Arthur Tooth & Sons Ltd., London
Private Collection (acquired directly from the above in 1973)
Peter Matthews Ltd., London
Galerie Beyeler, Basel
Acquired directly from the above by the late owner in 1974
Private Collection (acquired directly from the above in 1973)
Peter Matthews Ltd., London
Galerie Beyeler, Basel
Acquired directly from the above by the late owner in 1974
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged verso to the reverse of the mount in the top two corners. Visible only when examined out of its frame, there is some extremely light mount staining along the extreme outer edges.
"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."
"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."