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Delio Guerra
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- Delio Guerra
- Green Onion and Garlic Braids: Two Paintings
- the first, signed Guerra twice and dated 1977 lower right
the second, signed Guerra lower right - the first, oil on board
the second, oil on canvas - the first: 16 by 8 3/4 in.; 40.6 by 22.2 cm
- the second: 12 by 8 in.; 30.5 by 20.3 cm
Condition
Both works in overall good condition. The first is ready to hang. The second with a small scratch above the bulb of the onion. Under UV light, neither appears to have any inpainting visible. Both framed and ready to hang.
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.
Catalogue Note
Delio Guerra was born on the Braga family's Manati Sugar plantation in Cuba. He worked as a family butler and friend to three generations of the Braga family. He was also a talented artist, as evidenced in both this lot and lot 458.