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Kenny Scharf
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Kenny Scharf
- Purple Person
- signed, titled and dated 83 NYC on the reverse
- acrylic, oil, seashell and mixed media on canvas
- 76 by 76cm.; 30 by 30in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 1983
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the overall tonality is richer and more vibrant in the original. The catalogue illustration also fails to convey the three dimensional nature of the collaged elements visible in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. All of the elements are stable. Close inspection reveals evidence of light wear and handling to the corner tips and intermittently to the extreme outer edges, and a possible short as unobtrusive scratch in the lower left corner. Extremely close inspection reveals some dust light dust fibres which have adhered to the adhesive behind the three small collaged elements. 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."