- 48
Robert Rauschenberg
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Rauschenberg
- Plumb Line (Shales)
- signed and dated 94
- fire wax and solvent transfer on canvas
- 39 1/8 by 30 in. 99.4 by 76.2 cm.
- Executed in 1994, this work was made in collaboration with Saff Tech Arts, Oxford, Maryland.
Provenance
Private Collection, Florida (acquired directly from the artist in 1994)
Private Collection, Venice, Florida (acquired from the above in 2000)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2003
Private Collection, Venice, Florida (acquired from the above in 2000)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2003
Exhibited
New York, Knoedler and Company, Robert Rauschenberg: Shales, September - October 1994
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is stretched over wood panel. The colors are fresh and vibrant. There are some minor irregularities noted to the wax medium including some air bubbles and a few areas with minor lifting. Upon close inspection there are few fine cracks in the lower left quadrant. Framed.
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.