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M. Irfan
Estimate
140,000 - 220,000 HKD
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Description
- M. Irfan
- DC-3
- Signed, stamped with a monogram of the artist and dated 2012
- Acrylic on canvas
- 160 by 300 cm.; 63 by 118 in.
Condition
The work is in good condition overall, as is the canvas, which is clear and taut. Upon close observation, light wear and handling is evident around the edges of the painting, but the paint layers are healthy and in the original condition. Examination under ultraviolet light shows no sign of restoration. Framed.
"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
“Irfan’s vision is forward-moving, investigative, revelatory, pulling us along with him as he zooms ever deeper in to reach the cellular energy at the core of things.“
Valrie C. Doran, Reach: Revelations of Night and Day -- The Paintings of Sandy Dewantoro and M. Irfan, Sin Sin Fine Art, 2013, p. 7