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Francisco Corzas (1936-1983)
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Francisco Corzas
- El Burgués
- signed and dated 1979 center left
- 47 1/8 by 39 1/2 in.
- (119.7 by 100.4 cm)
oil on canvas
Provenance
Galería Arvil, Mexico City
Private Collection, Houston
Sale: Christie's, New York, Important Latin American Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture, November 24, 1992, lot 33, illustrated in color
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Private Collection, Houston
Sale: Christie's, New York, Important Latin American Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture, November 24, 1992, lot 33, illustrated in color
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
The canvas is unlined and well stretched. There are a few scattered paint losses to the upper left corner with a few frame abrasions below this. Under ultraviolet light, the varnish layer appears to be unevenly applied and brush strokes are visible. The varnish appears to be slightly opaque. Overall in good condition.
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.