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Roberto Montenegro (1887-1968)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Roberto Montenegro
- Untitled (Sic Transit Gloria Mundi)
- signed lower left
- Oil on masonite
- 41 5/8 by 55 1/8 in.
- 105.7 by 140 cm
Provenance
Private collection, California
Sale: Christie's, New York, Important Latin American Paintings, Drawing, Sculpture and Prints, May 18, 1993, lot 130, illustrated in color
Private Collection, New York
Sale: Christie's, New York, Important Latin American Paintings, Drawing, Sculpture and Prints, May 18, 1993, lot 130, illustrated in color
Private Collection, New York
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The paint layer is stable. There is a water mark on the reverse/back of the masonite. Under ultraviolet inspection, fluorescing occurs specifically concentrated in the upper right corner. Additionally, fluorescing becomes apparent along the left edge and some flecks in the center quadrants.
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.
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.