Lot 219
  • 219

George Condo

Estimate
130,000 - 180,000 USD
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Description

  • George Condo
  • Ballet Blanc
  • signed and dated 98; signed, titled and dated 98 on the overlap
  • colored pencil, graphite, acrylic, oil and paper collage on canvas
  • 84 by 120 in. 213.4 by 304.8 cm.

Provenance

Private Collection
Christie's, New York, May 15, 2003, lot 389
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is wear and associated minor pigment loss along the edges and at the corners of the canvas. There is evidence of pigment loss, pigment cracking and lifting throughout. The collage elements appear intact. There is wear to many of the collage sheets and residue from the hinging adhesive has left oil stains in the corners of the sheets. There is evidence of pale time staining and soft undulations throughout a number of the sheets as well. 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.