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Frank Vavruska
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Frank Vavruska
- African Drummer
- signed and dated 1949; titled on the stretcher
- oil on canvas
- 29 by 21 in. 22.9 by 53.3 cm.
Provenance
McCormick Gallery, Chicago
Acquired from the above in November 2008
Acquired from the above in November 2008
Condition
This work is in good condition. There is minor undulation to the canvas throughout. There is stable hairline craquelure throughout, visible upon close inspection. There is wear with some associated pinpoint paint loss along the edges. There is a minor loss to the canvas at the lower turning edge, not visible when framed. There are scattered minor accretions, visible upon close inspection, which fluoresce under Ultraviolet light. There are minor areas of restoration, visible 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.
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.