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JAMINI ROY | Untitled (A Group of Nine Sketches)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Jamini Roy
- Untitled (A Group of Nine Sketches)
- One sketch (Mother & Child): Signed in Bengali lower left
- From L-R: Ink on paper; Ink on paper; Ink on paper; Ink and pencil on paper; Ink on paper; Ink on paper; Ink on paper; Ink on paper; Pencil on paper
- Variable; largest sketch: 5 ½ x 5 ⅜ in. (13.9 x 13.6 cm.)
Provenance
Acquired from the artist's family in 1970-71
Condition
There is wear to paper and discoloration consistent with age and medium. Losses to paper can be seen in Mother and Child drawing (center right) and Brâncuși inspired drawing (lower left corner). Pin sized holes are present in all corners of the Krishna work (lower right corner). These drawings have a backing on the reverse and are in good overall condition, as viewed. They have not been inspected outside their frames.
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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.