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David Hockney
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- David Hockney
- Portrait of Quentin Crisp
- signed
- pencil on paper
- 43 by 37 cm. 17 by 14 1/2 in.
- Executed circa 1960.
Provenance
Private Collection, United Kingdom (a gift from the artist)
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the sheet is slightly lighter and the drawing is more green in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached the the mount along the upper edge. Very close inspection reveals some light foxing in places. Further close inspection reveals some light handling creases, a small and unobtrusive tear above the signature, and a tiny hole towards the lower right corner. Visible only when examined out of its frame, the sheet has discoloured slightly and there are some losses and surface irregularities to the edges of the paper.
"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."
"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."