- 373
Peter Doig
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Peter Doig
- Abstract Composition #1
- signed, titled and dated 1990 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 39 by 39cm.; 15 3/8 by 15 3/8 in.
Provenance
Victoria Miro Gallery, London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the white impastoed spots are warmer and the overall tonality is slightly more saturated in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Very close inspection reveals a few tiny specks of loss to some of the impasto peaks towards the lower edge, most of which are likely to be inherent to the artist's working process. There are some unobtrusive dust fibres and extremely light burnishing to the white spots of heavy pigment towards the centre of the composition. Further close inspection reveals a short and unobtrusive abrasion towards the lower 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."