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William Baziotes
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- William Baziotes
- Portrait of Ethel Baziotes
- oil on canvas
- 31 by 20 in. 78.7 by 50.8 cm.
- Executed circa 1955.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York (gift of the artist)
By descent to the present owner
By descent to the present owner
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Light wear at the edges and corners is evident. There is hairline craquelure throughout the perimeter pigment section surrounding the figure's profile. There is evidence of very minor paint loss at the temple of the figure's head. The canvas softly undulates throughout. Under Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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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.