JAMES ROSENQUIST | Dance of the Electrical Nymphs

This work is in very good condition overall. Right Canvas: There is light evidence of handling and wear to the edges including minor hairline craquelure at the pull margins. There is a very minor line scratch 6 in. from the top and 12. in. from the left edge. There is a minor dent at the lower left edge, approximately 19 in. from the bottom. There is also a small black accretion in the lower left corner approximately 4 in. from the bottom. There are three small surface inconsistencies, possibly impasto loss along the bottom edge. Under extreme raking light, very minor and unobtrusive small spot accretions are visible scattered throughout, especially in the lower third of the work. Under Ultraviolet inspection, the aforementioned losses and spot accretions fluoresce brightly but are not the result of restoration. Framed. Left Canvas: There is light evidence of handling and wear to the edges including minor hairline craquelure at the pull margins. 21 in. from the bottom and 5 in. from the right edge there are two unobtrusive vertical diagonal scratches. Under extreme raking light, three hairline cracks are present in a localized area approximately 23 in. from the top and 20 in. from the right edge. One is vertical and runs 3 in. in length. Two are horizontal and run parallel to each other are are approximately 3 and 1 1/2 in. in length. Under Ultraviolet inspection, the aforementioned scratches fluoresce brightly but are not the result of restoration. 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.
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.