SAYED HAIDER RAZA | La Terre

The paint surface appears to be irregular, most notably there is a white diagonal line along the upper right edge however it is original to the artistic process. There is a very small surface abrasion in the upper left corner and slight frame rubbing around the edges. UV Light: Various surface accretions fluoresce however there is no evidence of re-touching or restoration. The painting is in very good condition, as viewed. A professional restorer's report is available on request. This work will be included in S H Raza: Catalogue Raisonne, Volume II (1972 – 1985) currently under preparation by Anne Macklin and The Raza Foundation.
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