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Karel Appel
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
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Description
- Tête et Oiseau
- signed and dated 58
- oil on canvas
- 81 by 100cm.; 31 7/8 by 39 3/8 in.
- This work is registered in the Archive of the Karel Appel Foundation.
Provenance
Galerie Charles Lienhard, Zurich
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colours:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although they fail to convey the texture apparent in the original and there is more contrast.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Extremely close inspection reveals a few hairline cracks in isolated places, mainly to the black and white paint. Only visible when examined out of its frame, there are some fine tension cracks running intermittently along the extreme outer edges. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."