Günther Förg

Galerie Barbel Grässlin, Frankfurt
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2000

Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the pinks in the upper horizontal section are deeper purple and the overall tonality is slightly richer and deeper in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is a small light rub mark to the centre of the lower edge. There are several pinhead-sized nicks to the upper part of the left extreme edge and a tiny short scratch beneath the '9' in the upper left quadrant and a fine horizontal scratch running intermittently across the composition from the '1' of the date to the centre. A tiny spot of paint loss is apparent on close examination to the centre-right of the upper extreme edge. There is a minute and unobtrusive media accretion to the centre of the lower edge and a very fine and stable feather crack to the left side of the lower edge. No restoration is apparent under ultraviolet light.
"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."