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Frank Auerbach
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Frank Auerbach
- Drawing for Mornington Crescent
- pencil and felt-tip pen
- 22.5 by 33.5cm.; 8¾ by 13¼in.
Provenance
Marlborough Fine Art, London, 8th February 1971
Sale, Bonhams Knightsbridge, 5th March 2013, lot 149, where acquired by the present owner
Sale, Bonhams Knightsbridge, 5th March 2013, lot 149, where acquired by the present owner
Condition
The sheet is affixed to the backing board with one tab at each of the four corners. The left hand edge of the sheet is perforated which is in keeping with the artist's working method. The sheet undulates slightly and there is evidence of some time staining and light rubbing around the edges. On close examination it is possible to see a horizontal crease running along the upper left edge of the work and another crease and paper imperfection in the centre right of the composition. There are two small indentations to the sheet, with small associated losses to the paper, towards the centre of the lower horizontal edge, only visible upon extremely close inspection. There is evidence of some light surface dirt in areas of the sheet. The felt tip pen may have faded slightly but the graphite is strong and fresh and with the exception of the above the work appears to be in very good condition.
The work is presented in a grey window mount and held behind glass in a wooden frame.
Please contact the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."