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Richard Pettibone
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Richard Pettibone
- Portrait of Ellen Poler
signed and dated 1970 on the stretcher
- acrylic and silkscreen on canvas
- 17 1/4 by 13 3/4 in.
- 43.8 by 34.9 cm.
Provenance
Commissioned by the previous owner
Condition
The canvas is not lined. There is a minor surface scratch measuring 2 1/2 inches diagnonal to the second row, in the central, yellow figure. Minor surface soiling and staining particularly to the turning edges. There is a second c shaped abrasion to the upper left corner. There is no apparent inpainting visible under UV light. There is evidence of the stretcher bar along the upper edge of the canvas. 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.