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Wifredo Lam
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Deux figures, V
- signé Wifredo Lam et daté 1973 (en bas à droite) ; signé et daté au dos
- huile sur toile
- 50,6 x 40,4 cm
- 19 7/8 x 15 7/8 in.
Provenance
J. Billoret-Destelle, Cagnes-sur-Mer
Cafiso Galleria d'Arte, Milan
Acquis auprès du précédent par le propriétaire actuel
Cafiso Galleria d'Arte, Milan
Acquis auprès du précédent par le propriétaire actuel
Literature
Lou Laurin-Lam & Eskil Lam, Wifredo Lam, Catalogue Raisonné of the Painted Work, Lausanne, 2002, vol. II : 1961-1982, no. 73.38, reproduit p. 398
Condition
This work is in very good original condition. The canvas is not lined but has been tightened. A close inspection reveals two artist's pinholes in the upper right corner and a curved superficial scratch in the centre of the upper half of the composition which is possibly inherent to the artistic process. There is no evidence of retouching visible under UV light. The background yellow pigment is much lighter and brighter than it appears in the catalogue illustration.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
signed 'Wifredo Lam' and dated '1973' (lower right) ; signed and dated on the reverse, oil on canvas. Painted in 1973.