Karel Appel

Anderson Gallery, Buffalo, New York

Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition and it is securely hinged to the backing mount at intervals along the upper extreme edge. The lower right extreme corner tip is bending inwards slightly and in a few places the thin deckled upper edge is folding inwards. There are two artist's pinholes to each of the upper corners. There are a number of very fine drying cracks to the black pigment in the lower right quadrant. Light handling marks are visible to the upper left and right corners. There are several isolated pinprick-sized media specks to the blank areas of the sheet around the central image. Some very fine fibres of surface dust are adhering to the impasto in places.
"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."