Joseph Cornell

Private Collection, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Sotheby's, New York, 3 May 1988, Lot 125
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner

This work is in very good condition overall. There is light wear visible along the edges of the artist’s frame, most notably a few pinpoint losses in the lower right corner. There is a 1-inch circular area along the right edge of the sheet and a ¼-inch area at the upper right corner that appear to have been filled in, likely by the artist at the time of execution, and any accretions and inconsistencies appear to be intentional and inherent to the artist’s working method. Framed in artist’s frame. Please note this work has not been inspected out of its frame. Please note the auction begins at 9:30 am on November 17th.
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.
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