- 158
ANTONIO SAURA | El Perro de Goya
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Antonio Saura
- El Perro de Goya
- oil on canvas
- 162 by 130 cm. 63 3/4 by 51 1/8 in.
- Executed in 1984.
Provenance
Private Collection, Madrid
Galería Freites, Caracas
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Galería Freites, Caracas
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Gérard de Cortanze, Antonio Saura, Paris 1994, n.p., illustrated in colour
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Extremely close inspection reveals a very short and faint rub mark to the centre of the extreme left hand edge and an extremely fine scratch towards the upper centre of the right hand edge. 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
"With Saura, the image is distinct, clearly stated, centered, framed. The only violence comes from the frenzy of brushstrokes that set the proportions flying, that cut into the flesh, that bring the viscera up to the surface" (Guy Scarpetta cited in: Exh. Cat., Lugano, Museo d'Arte Moderna della Città di Lugano, Lugano, Antonio Saura, 1994, p. 44).
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Fondation Archives Antonio Saura.
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Fondation Archives Antonio Saura.