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SAM GILLIAM | Aesthetic Union
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sam Gilliam
- Aesthetic Union
- signed, titled and dated 1987 on the reverse of the left panel; titled on the reverse of the right panel
- oil, aluminum, enamel and spray paint on wood construction, in 2 parts
- Overall: 60 1/4 by 72 7/8 by 6 in. 150 by 185.1 by 15.2 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. The colors are bright, fresh and clean. There is a light layer of surface dust that has adhered to the crevices of the work. Under close inspection, there is very minor evidence of handling and wear to the edges most notably along the aluminum portions where there are scattered minute pinpoint losses to the enamel, most notably on the right element where there are losses 1/4 inch in length visible. The areas of impasto are intact. 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.
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.