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Robert Motherwell
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Motherwell
- German Line No. 3
- signed with the artist's initials and dated 23 July 72
- acrylic and collage on canvasboard
- 30 by 15 in. 76.2 by 38.1 cm.
Provenance
Locksley Shea Gallery, Minneapolis
Private Collection, San Francisco (acquired from the above in 1972)
Private Collection, San Francisco (by descent from the above in 1988)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2004
Exhibited
Los Angeles, Manny Silverman Gallery, Robert Motherwell: Themes & Variations Including the Dedalus Sketchbook, November - December 2002
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of slight wear to the corner by the signature. Collaged elements appear stable and the slight lifting at the lower left corner appears inherent to the artist's working method. There is a tiny pinpoint loss ¼" from the left and ¼" from the top. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there are no apparent restorations. This work is framed behind Plexiglas.
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.