ALIGHIERO BOETTI | La Natura una Faccienda Ottusa

Galerie Annemarie Verna, Zurich
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1982

Zurich, Galerie Annemarie Verna, Alighiero Boetti, February 1982

Colour: The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is much cooler with less red undertones in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet undulates in places. All collaged elements are stable. There are some tiny spots of lifting to some of the collaged elements. All surface irregularities, creases, paper skinning and splash accretions are consistent with the natural ageing process of the artist's materials. The paper shows signs of discolouration in places, which is also consistent which it's natural ageing process. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra violet light.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

This work is registered in the Archivio Alighiero Boetti, Rome under number 7122 and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.