Lot 247
  • 247

Robert Longo

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Robert Longo
  • Study for Jet Boys (Diptych)
  • i. titled and dated 1976; ii. signed
  • ink on paper
  • Each: 23 by 16 1/2 in. 58.4 by 41.9 cm.

Provenance

Private Collection, Chicago
Sotheby's, New York, February 27, 1990, lot 267
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. The two sheets are hinged together on the reverse down the center and are window matted. There is minor scattered creasing and evidence of light handling to the sheets, particularly the left, yellow sheet. There are scattered surface accretions. There are artist's pinholes in all 4 corners of both sheets, not visible when matted, and a few scattered pinholes in the lower left quadrant of the yellow sheet. There are minor associated losses to the upper corners of each sheet not visible when matted. There is minor discoloration down the edges of the sheet where they meet at the center. There is a sketch on the backside of the red sheet. 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.