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Sam Francis
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Sam Francis
- Tokyo Darling
- signed, dated 1961 and titled on the reverse
- gouache on paper
- 22 1/4 by 12 1/4 in. 56.6 by 31.2 cm.
- Executed in 1961, this work is registered with the Sam Francis Estate under archive number SF61-999,
Provenance
David Wood, Los Angeles (acquired directly from the artist)
Carol Christensen Fine Art, Sausalito
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in excellent condition overall. The colors are far more vibrant than they appear in the catalogue illustration. There is a soft ripple to the paper which presumably could improve with rehinging the sheet. The sheet is hinged with acid free tape on an archival matte. The top and the bottom edges of the sheet are irregular, wihch is inherent to the sheet. Framed under glass.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.