Lot 24
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FRANCIS NEWTON SOUZA | Untitled (Woman); Untitled (Man in Motion)

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Francis Newton Souza
  • Untitled (Woman); Untitled (Man in Motion)
  • Signed and dated 'Souza / 1948' lower leftSigned 'Souza' lower left edge and dated '1954' center top edge 
  • Ink on paper; Pencil on paper 
  • 13 ½ x 8 ¼ in. (34.2 x 20.9 cm.); 14 ⅝ x 15 ⅛ in. (37.1 x 38.4 cm.)
  • Executed in 1948; Executed in 1954

Provenance

The Estate of Francis Newton Souza
Christie's London, 9 June 2010, lot 98 and 131

Condition

Untitled (Woman): There is wear and creasing in the work, for example along the upper and lower edge and in the middle in the form of a horizontal line which appears to be an inherent fold. The charcoal smudge marks also appear inherent. Untitled (Man in Motion): There is wear and creasing in the work, for example, a vertical crease parallel to the right edge. Pin sized holes are present on all corners. Two minor tears center of the left edge. This work is in a temporary frame.
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.