- 239
Sigmar Polke
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sigmar Polke
- Fischbrotchen
signed and dated 1963
- oil on canvas
- 43.2 by 48.2cm.; 17 by 19in.
Provenance
Sale: Christie's, London, Contemporary Art , 28 June 2000, Lot 192
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, athough the overall tonality is deeper and richer with the greens in the top right quadrant more vibrant and the red tending more towards scarlet in the original.
Condition: This work is in fair condition. There are scattered paint losses in places throughout the canvas, including: to the upper extreme edge, to the right extreme edge and along the central vertical axis of the composition. The nail holes and scattered stains to the left and lower edges, and the tear to the lower left corner are all inherent to the artist's working process. There are a number of fine surface cracks scattered to the composition. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light.
"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."
"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."