Lot 196
  • 196

He Sen

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • He Sen
  • Girl With Toy Dog no.2
  • signed and dated 2000; signed, titled and dated 2000 on the reverse

  • oil on canvas
  • 147.3 by 99.5cm.; 58 by 39 1/8 in.

Provenance

Private Collection, New York

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the background tends more to pale grey and there are warmer tones to the figure. Condition: This work is in good condition. There is minor wear to all four corners. There are scattered minute specks of paint loss in places to all four edges. There are a few scattered media accretions in places to the central third of the composition. When examined under ultra-violet light, there is an intermittent thin line of resoration running along the upper and left extreme edges. There is a small area of retouched craquelure 4 cm below the centre of the upper extreme edge. There are further thin lines of restoration in places thoughout.
"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.
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