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Lester F. Johnson
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Lester F. Johnson
- Group Closeup #1
- signed and dated 85
- oil on canvas
- 32 by 40 1/8 in. 81.3 by 102 cm.
Provenance
David Barnett Gallery, Milwaukee
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1986
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1986
Exhibited
Milwaukee, David Barnett Gallery, Lester Johnson Recent Paintings from the Gold Series. Oils, Watercolors, Pastels and Original Prints Edited by David Barnett, December 1985 - January 1986, cat. no. 12
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The canvas has been relined. There is light wear along the top turning edge and lower right edge of the canvas. Under raking light, there is evidence of very minor, hairline cracking in the pigment along the forearm of the figure on the far left and the figure second from the right. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is evidence of inpainting throughout the figures. 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.