Lot 926
  • 926

Marlene Dumas

Estimate
240,000 - 400,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Marlene Dumas
  • The Luxury of Tenderness
  • gouache on board
signed, titled and dated 86 on the backing board

Provenance

Galerie Paul Andriesse, Amsterdam
Christie's, South Kensington, 5 December 2005, lot 251
Private Collection, Europe (acquired from the above sale)

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. Uneven edges of the board and the minor split located 13.5 cm from the top right corner and 29 cm down from the top edge are inherent to the artist's chosen medium. Sharp incisions scattered across the work are inherent to the artist's method of execution. Patches of flaked pigments, observed primarily around intersections of incision marks are consistent with the artist's working methods. Upon close examination, pinholes are found distributed along the top and right edge of the board, possibly inherent to the artist's chosen medium. Evidence of accretion observed, located 25 cm from the right and 16 cm from the bottom. No evidence of restoration observed when examined under ultraviolet light. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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