Lot 104
  • 104

Paul Cadmus

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Paul Cadmus
  • Bark, Leaves and Feather
  • signed Cadmus and annotated (lower right); signed PAUL CADMUS, titled BARK, LEAVES AND FEATHER and annotated (on the backing)
  • pencil, casein, crayon on casein ground Fabrano paper 
  • Oval: 14 1/2 by 18 inches
  • (37 by 45.7 cm)
  • Executed circa 1954.

Provenance

Raydon Galleries, New York
Sale: Heritage Auctions, Dallas, December 7, 2007, lot 23629
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner

Condition

Artist's annotation reads (lower center): 'Pencil, casein, crayon on Casein ground Fabrano paper' (under mat) In generally good condition; sheet is toned; minor surface soiling: a few scattered light stains, light smudges; a portion of the top of the oval sheet at center is missing (about 1/2 in. has been cut-off)--just below this cut-off area, the sheet is the original crème color for about 1/3 inch (perhaps artist's intention?); sheet is glued to the backing only at a portion of the upper right edge
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.