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Geraldine Javier
Estimate
140,000 - 220,000 HKD
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Description
- Geraldine Javier
- By the Tree's Strange Roots
- Oil on canvas
- 183 by 122 cm.; 72 by 48 in.
- Executed in 2003.
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, October 3 2011, Lot 521
Acquired by the Present Owner from the Above Sale
Private Collection, Europe
Acquired by the Present Owner from the Above Sale
Private Collection, Europe
Exhibited
Manila, Ateneo Art Gallery, Critical Condition: The Inaugural Anteneo Art Awards Selection, August 6 - September 24 2004, Exhibition Catalogue p. 17, Colorplate
Literature
Eileen Legaspi-Ramirez,, ed., Pananaw: Philippine Journal of Visual Arts Vol. 7, Paranaque, The Philippines, 2010, p. 105, Colorplate
Condition
The work is in good condition overall, as is the canvas, which is clear and taut. There is evidence of light wear and handling around the edges of the painting. Examination under ultraviolet light shows no sign of restoration. Unframed, on a Stretcher.
"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."
Catalogue Note
"It is like breathing life into them again. The tatting is like moss or a new growth of leaves.”
– Geraldine Javier