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Louise Nevelson
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Louise Nevelson
- Untitled (Self-portrait)
- signed and dated 1946
- oil on canvas
- 18 by 8 in.
- 45.7 by 20.3 cm.
Provenance
Gift from the artist to Gertrude Benson, Philadelphia
By descent to the present owner
Condition
There is heavy surface soiling. There is extensive craquelure, most pronounced in the areas of heavy impasto with associated paint lifting, most pronounced in the green pigement in the lower right quadrant. There is wear to the turning edges, with some associated losses to the lower left corner. Framed.
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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.