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Dirk Skreber
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Dirk Skreber
- Untitled (Locomotive Picasso)
- signed and dated '88 on the reverse
- oil on synthetic fiber
- 63 1/4 by 63 1/4 in. 160.7 by 160.7 cm.
Provenance
Galerie Schmela, Dusseldorf
Phillips de Pury & Co., New York, November 12, 2004, lot 131
Private Collection, New York
Phillips de Pury & Co., New York, November 12, 2004, lot 131
Private Collection, New York
Condition
This work is in fair condition overall. The canvas appears to be brittle and dry. There are several locations where the canvas is torn along the turning edges. The paint is actively chipping in several locations around the edges of the canvas, There appears to be several small tears in the canvas in the bottom left corner. There is a small dent in the surface of the canvas approximately 18 inches from the bottom edge and 6 inches from the left edge. Under ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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.