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Sam Francis
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Sam Francis
- Untitled
- signed and dated 1983 on the reverse
- acrylic on paper
- 16 7/8 by 13 7/8 in. 42.9 by 35.2 cm.
Provenance
Foster Goldstrom Gallery, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Laidlaw & Associates, Sausalito
Editions Limited Galleries, Inc., San Francisco
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1991
Laidlaw & Associates, Sausalito
Editions Limited Galleries, Inc., San Francisco
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1991
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling at the edges. There is a slight undulation to the sheet which is inherent to the artist's working method. There is a 1 1/2 inch tear in the bottom right corner of the sheet. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. The sheet is laid down on board. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.