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R. B. Kitaj
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- R. B. Kitaj
- Primo
- signed on the stretcher
- oil and charcoal on canvas
- 46 by 39 cm. 18 1/2 by 15 3/8 in.
- Executed in 1969.
Provenance
Collection of the Artist
Marlborough Gallery, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Marlborough Gallery, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Hanover, Kestner-Gesellschaft; Rotterdam, Museum Boymans van Beuningen; London, Marlborough Gallery, R.B. Kitaj, February - May 1970, no. 36 (Hannover), no. 46, illustrated (London)
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly lighter and brighter in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of light wear and handling towards the edges. Visible only when examined upon extremely close inspection, there is a faint stretcher bar impression along the left edge. There is some light surface dirt in places which is likely to be original. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."