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Arshile Gorky
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Arshile Gorky
- Portrait of a Woman (The Artist's Wife)
- signed
- oil on paper mounted on masonite
- 13 1/4 by 7 3/4 in. 33.6 by 19.6 cm.
- Executed circa 1935, this work is catalogued in the Arshile Gorky Foundation Archives as number P367.
Provenance
CDS Gallery, New York
Forum Gallery, New York (acquired in December 1981)
Allan Stone Gallery, New York (acquired in April 1984)
Christie’s, New York, November 12, 2007, lot 611
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Forum Gallery, New York (acquired in December 1981)
Allan Stone Gallery, New York (acquired in April 1984)
Christie’s, New York, November 12, 2007, lot 611
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The edges of the sheet are deckled with some losses to the side and corners. There are a few scattered frame abrasions to the left side and lower side. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there are no signs of inpainting or restoration. 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.