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Andy Warhol
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Andy Warhol
- (i) & (ii) Untitled
- watercolour and ink on paper, in two parts
- (i) 37.2 by 27.5cm.; 14 5/8 by 10 7/8 in
- (ii) 41 by 32cm.; 16 1/8 by 12 5/8 in.
- Executed circa 1959, these are the original drawings commissioned for an advertising campaign for Martell Brandy.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper tone is warmer in the original.
Condition: Both works are in very good condition. Each sheet is laid down to their respective backing boards.
(i) Visible beneath the mount, there is scattered glue residue along all four edges. There is a very light handling mark to the centre of the left edge and a few scattered light rubs in a few places. There is a tiny media accretion to the tip of the shoe.
(ii) Visible beneath the mount, there is very light time staining along all four edges. There are a few scattered rub marks in places and a tiny spot of foxing to the figure's knee.
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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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."