A. R. Penck

Galerie Terminus, Munich

Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is slightly richer and deeper, the green in the upper section tending more towards a dark forest green in the original. Condition: The work is in very good condition and securely attached to the mount. The sheet is very slightly undulated. There are a few isolated spots where the deckled edge has lifted around the extreme edges and there are a few isolated spots of loose paper fibres, original to the paper type used by the artist. There are two short creases to the right side and to the left corner of the lower extreme edge. A tiny rub mark is visible on close inspection to the upper part of the left extreme edge, and there are two small handling marks to the upper left corner and to the centre of the upper extreme edge.
"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."