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Leon Polk Smith
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Leon Polk Smith
- Constellation Straight On
signed, titled, dated 1975 and inscribed Part 1 on the reverse of Part 1; signed with the artist's initials, dated 1975 and inscribed Part 2 on the reverse of Part 2
acrylic on canvas, in 2 parts
- Each: 68 1/4 by 40 1/4 in. 173.4 by 102.2 cm.
- Overall: 68 1/4 by 80 1/2 in. 173.4 by 204.5 cm.
Provenance
Ace Gallery, Venice
Christie's, New York, May 9, 1984, lot 160
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Exhibited
Cincinnati, The Contemporary Arts Center, Cincinnati Collects: The Corporate View, September - November 1991, p. 75, illustrated in color
Condition
This is work in very good condition overall. The paintings exhibit a few fine surface abrasions in the black painted areas. Part 2 exhibits a 1 1/2 inch fine line of soft craquelure which is visible only under raking light and is located in the center of the black half. The edges of the paintings exhibit evidence of wear with some small scattered losses at the pull margins. Under ultraviolet light inspection areas of the pull margins fluoresce darkly. 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.