Hans Hofmann

Estate of the Artist
Renate, Hans and Maria Hofmann Trust, New York (acquired from the above in 1996)
Ameringer Yohe Fine Art, New York (acquired from the above in 2001)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2001

Washington, D.C., Corcoran Gallery of Art, The New Tradition: Modern Americans Before 1940, April - June 1963, p. 50

James Yohe, ed., Hans Hofmann, New York, 2002, pp. 80-81, illustrated in color and illustrated in color on the back cover

This work is in good condition overall. There are scattered surface accretions and evidence of fine and stabile craquelure on both sides. Round Table with Pipe exhibits an abrasion located 4 1/2 inches from the top edge which extends from the right edge that fluoresces darkly under ultraviolet light. Under further ultraviolet light inspection, there is evidence of scattered inpainting on both sides primarily located along the edges of Round Table with Pipe, the largest of which measures approximately 1 ½ inch and is located 3 1/2 inches from the top edge along the left edge. Framed.
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.