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Alfred Jensen
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Alfred Jensen
- Old Temple of Athena, Acropolis Athens, Per I and Per II
Each: signed, titled and dated 1970, and respectively inscribed Per I and Per II on the reverse
- oil on canvas, in 2 parts
- Overall: 51 1/2 by 106 in. 132 by 269.2 cm.
- Left panel: 51 1/2 by 46 in. 130.8 by 116.8 cm. Right panel: 51 1/2 by 60 1/4 in. 130.8 by 153 cm.
Provenance
The Pace Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 1977
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 1977
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges. There are minute spot losses along the center pull margins of the canvas and scattered evidence of fine and stable craquelure.There are also a few losses to the tips of the stable areas of the artist's raised and modeled impasto. There is a slight stretcher bar impression along the top edges of the canvases. Under ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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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.