JOE TILSON, R.A. | Study for Artecasa

Sale, Cambi Milan, 2nd May 2011, lot 86
Private Collection, Italy
Sale, Christie's London, 13th December 2012, lot 126, where acquired by the present owner

The sheet appears to be fully laid down on to a supportive mount. There are Artist's pinholes in the upper corners. The edges of the sheet have been slightly unevenly cut. The collaged elements are generally well secured to the sheet, however in places they are slightly lifting at their corners. There are some slight tears and creases to these collaged sections; this is particularly evident in the lower right corner of the central panel where the collaged element has lifted and slightly torn. There are some further tiny nicks elsewhere. There is some slight craquelure in the black pigment in the left hand panel, with some very minor associated flecks of loss. The sheet has some slight creases in places, predominantly towards the right edge. There are handling marks across the surface, some slight surface dirt, some studio matter and glue residue. This excepting the work appears to be in good overall condition. The work is float mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

We are grateful to the Artist for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.