ÁNGEL ZÁRRAGA | El Lector Juan Ramón Jiménez

This work has been lined onto a slightly transparent film, which reveals the signature, title and date on the reverse. The lining may be applied with wax, but it is supporting the paint layer quite well nonetheless. The paint layer is slightly dirty and the old retouches have discolored. Under ultraviolet light, one can see retouches that have been applied to reduce some cracking in the figure's beard, in the shadow beneath his right hand, in the red triangle above the signature in the lower right, and in a few other isolated spots. There is one small retouched paint loss in the forehead. The work could be hung as-is. (This condition report has been provided courtesy of Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc.)
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.