Lot 131
  • 131

Michael Andrews

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Michael Andrews
  • Melanie Sleeping
  • signed with initials, titled and dated 10.8.'76
  • ballpoint pen
  • 22.5 by 17.5cm.; 9 by 7in.

Provenance

Sale, Christie's London, 3rd May 1990, lot 233, where acquired by the present owner

Condition

The sheet is not fully laid down, but is adhered to a backing card in at least all four corners. There is minor cockling to the sheet, with very slight curling visible to the extreme tips of the sheet. There is a fine line of time staining to the edges most probably in line with a previous over mounting. There is a tiny spot of possible foxing to the left of the sitter's face, and a couple of further small spots to the upper left edge, with further very minor possible traces of staining and fading to the sheet. This excepting the work appears in good overall condition. Housed behind glass in a gilt wooden frame, float-mounted within a cream card mount. Please contact 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."