Andy Warhol

Paige Powell, Portland (acquired directly from the artist)
Sotheby's, London, 27 June 2013, Lot 195 (consigned by the above)
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner

This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges including some minor and unobtrusive hairline craquelure at the pull margins. There is a light surface soiling and some scattered and unobtrusive abrasions visible throughout. There is some minor and unobtrusive hairline craquelure visible in the black painted areas near the letters H, B and to the left of the hamburger. Under very close inspection, two yellow pinpoint accretions in the lower left corner and a few pinpoint pink media accretions to the left of the hamburger are visible. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, the aforementioned scattered and unobtrusive light abrasions fluoresce lightly but do not appear to be the result of restoration. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.