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Alexander Mackenzie
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Mackenzie
- Geever
- signed, titled and dated '88 on the backboard
- oil and paper collage on board
- 13.5 by 16cm.; 5½ by 6¼in.
Provenance
The Artist, from whom acquired directly by David Bowie
Condition
Unexamined out of the frame. The panel appears sound. Two corners of the applied and overpainted paper collage elements in the bottom right quadrant are very slightly lifting. There are two small specks of studio detritus at the centre of the lower edge. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition.
Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals no obvious signs of restoration or retouching.
The board mounted to the Artist's prepared backing board and held within an aluminum frame under 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."