Lot 141
  • 141

Will Barnet

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • will barnet
  • Young Woman with Cat
  • signed Will Barnet, u.r.
  • gouache and graphite on paper laid down on board
  • Sheet size: 28 3/8 by 25 3/8 in. 72 by 64.5 cm.
  • Image size: 23 1/4 by 20 in. 58.7 by 50.6 cm.

Provenance

Fairweather Hardin Gallery, Chicago
(Sale:  Sotheby's, New York, February 22, 1986, lot 109a)

Condition

in generally good condition, except for a horizontal tear which starts at left edge, center and extends onto image, about 6 1/2 in. (ends under woman's elbow)--a piece of scotch tape covers the section of tear (about 2 3/8 in.) on margin (under mat)--a long piece of masking tape is over the tear on the backing (about 19 1/2 in.), but seems to extend well beyond the tear); aside from this, a paper loss at upper left corner in margin (under mat) and a few scattered smudges, stray marks (most of them in margins under mat). a few scattered areas of minor pigment loss, mainly in the background upper left and above figure's head. On spot of retouching to the left of the figure's face.
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.