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Tom Wesselmann
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
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Description
- Tom Wesselmann
- Smoker Study (for Smoker #20)
- signed, titled and dated 1974 on the overlap
- oil on canvas
- 30.5 by 30.5cm.; 12 by 12in.
Provenance
Sidney Janis Gallery, New York
Fischer Fine Art, London
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, 2 December 1982, Lot 356
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Fischer Fine Art, London
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, 2 December 1982, Lot 356
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the background tends more towards a soft grey in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Extremely close inspection reveals evidence of very light handling towards the center of the left edge, and a pinprick-sized fly spot towards the upper left corner. 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."