MARTIN WONG | Ten Brooklyn Storefronts

Private Collection
Acquired from the above by the present owner

This work is in very good condition overall. Three of the canvases are lined and seven of the canvases are unlined. There is evidence of wear and handling to each canvas, including scattered, pinpoint pigment losses to the extreme edges of some of the canvases. Under close inspection, there is an undulation visible and stretcher bar impressions visible on some of the canvases. Also under close inspection, there are pinpoint brown spot accretions visible on the "Botanica Chango' canvas 8 inches from the bottom edge on the right edge, and on the "Cuchifritos" canvas 7 inches from the bottom edge and 3 inches from the right edge, as well as scattered, minute brown drip accretions visible on each canvas. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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.