The canvas is unlined. The pigments are bright and fresh. There is scattered hairline craquelure in the yellow, white and black pigments in the lower left quadrant. There are a few extremely minor stains throughout as well as a 2 inch scuff in the lower right corner. Under UV light: There is scattered minor inpainting throughout, with larger areas of inpainting in the striped, inverted pyramid at upper left and the white trapezoid at upper right, as well as to the lower right corner. This work is in good condition.
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.
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