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Cy Twombly
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
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Description
- Cy Twombly
- Untitled (Roma)
- signed and dated Roma 1964
- graphite, coloured pencil and wax crayon on paper
- 43.1 by 49.5cm.; 17 by 19 1/2 in.
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, New York
Robert Miller Gallery, New York
Sale: Christie's, New York, Post War & Contemporary Art, 15 May 2002, Lot 128
Van de Weghe Fine Art, New York
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the paper tone has a slightly yellower hue overall in the actual work.
Condition: This work is in good condition. Mounted to a matt backing board with archival tape at intervals along the top and side edges, the paper is discoloured overall with scattered foxing throughout. There is a very faint undulation to the sheet. There is a transparent rub mark approximately 10cm in length beneath the right section of the top 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."
"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."