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Melvin Charles Warren
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Melvin Charles Warren
- Working Cow Hand
- signed Melville C. Warren, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 22 by 34 in.
- 56 by 86.2 cm.
Provenance
Plaza Gallery, Taos
Purchased at the above by the current owner, 1964
Purchased at the above by the current owner, 1964
Condition
Canvas is not lined--a wood backing (panel) has been placed behind the canvas and screwed into the stretcher SURFACE: in fairly good condition; sky is dirty--scattered stains (perhaps mold or perhaps acid from the backing has seeped from the reverse?)--would suggest interested parties check with a restorer UNDER ULTRA VIOLET:
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.