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ALEXANDER SKUNDER BOGHOSSIAN | The Cross, the Church, and the Butterfly
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Alexander Skunder Boghossian
- The Cross, the Church, and the Butterfly
- signed (lower center)
- mixed media on vellum
- 96 by 13cm., 37¾ by 5in. (unframed); 114.5 by 28.1cm., 45 by 11in. (framed)
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner
Exhibited
New York City, New York, Contemporary African Art Gallery, Skunder Boghossian, 1990
New York City, New York, Contemporary African Art Gallery, Skunder Boghossian, 1992
New York City, New York, Contemporary African Art Gallery, Skunder Boghossian, 1992
Condition
There is buckling to the paper, particularly visible along the edges of the work, however this appears to be inherent to the work and the artist's intent .There appear to be a handful of micro tears along the edges of the work. The work is adhered to the mount board along the top edge. The reverse edges of the work exhibit surface marks due to some kind of adhesive material, black paint, as well as a purple fuzzy material. All off these marks appear to be due to the work once being glued to another surface. The surface of the work exhibits areas of minor flaking, soiling and fading. There are several pinholes visible along the top edge of the work. Frame: Please note that this work is framed and hinged. Further enquiries: Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6323 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."