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David Bomberg
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- David Bomberg
- Study of Dancers for the Ghetto Theatre Series
- pencil, pen and ink and wash
- 20.5 by 26.5cm.; 8 by 10½in.
- Executed in 1919.
Provenance
Sale, Christie's London, 23rd June 1994, lot 56, where acquired by David Bowie
Condition
Not examined out of the frame. The sheet appears to be attached to the backing card by adhesive at all four corners. The sheet undulates very slightly throughout but otherwise appears sound. There are two Artist's pin holes in the top left and top right corners, with associated staining to the sheet. The sheet might be very slightly discoloured through time staining overall. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition, with strong & fresh passages of ink throughout.
The work is floated within a window mount and held in a simple gilt frame behind glass.
Please telephone 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."