Structure: Please note that the paper is attached to the support board/card. The corners of the work exhibit some minor wear, likely from handling. The reverse of the card exhibits some abrasions to the card and pieces of old tape. A few microtears to edges in places.
Surface: There are a handful of minor white specks of what looks to be paint, which are likely contemporary to the creation of the work. There are a few creases to the paper, for example, to the upper right hand edge. The paper exhibits an area of loss within the upper left-hand quadrant which appears to be inherent to the work. This is clear as the artist has continued to paint onto the attached card in spite of the loss to the paper. No distruption to image.
UV Light: Inspection under UV light reveals no clear indication of restoration or repair.
The work appears to be in very good original condition.
This work is framed.
Further Enquiries:
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The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance only. Any reference to condition in the condition report for the lot does not amount to a full description of condition. The images of the lot form part of the condition report for the lot. Certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot. In particular, the online images may represent colors and shades which are different to the lot's actual color and shades. The condition report for the lot may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the condition report for the lot or shown in the online images of the lot. The condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation. The condition report is a statement of opinion only. For that reason, the condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS ONLINE CONDITION REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE/BUSINESS APPLICABLE TO THE RESPECTIVE SALE.
