Lot 178
  • 178

George Grosz

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • George Grosz
  • Akt (Nude)
  • Stamped Grosz (toward lower center)
  • Oil and chalk on paper laid down on canvas
  • 20 3/8 by 26 in.
  • 51.7 by 66 cm

Provenance

Sale: Christie's, London, June 23, 2005, lot 434
Acquired at the above sale 

Condition

According to the 2005 sale catalogue, this work was stamped with a Nachlass mark on the verso, however this is not visible due to the work having been laid down on canvas. Executed on grayish blue wove paper laid down on canvas. There are some small scuffs and small tears along the extreme perimeter of the sheet. There are Artist's pinholes at all four corners and in a few places along the extreme edges. Under UV light, no inpainting is apparent.
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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