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John Tunnard, A.R.A.
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- John Tunnard, A.R.A.
- Three Pairs
- Signed John Tunnard and dated 43 (lower left); titled, signed and dated again (verso)
- Gouache and pen and ink on paper
- 14 by 21 in.
- 35.6 by 53.3 cm
- Executed in 1943.
Provenance
Nierendorf Gallery, New York
Dwight Ripley, New York (acquired from the above circa 1945-47)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Dwight Ripley, New York (acquired from the above circa 1945-47)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
New York, Nierendorf Gallery, John Tunnard, 1944, no. 11
New York, Bignou Gallery, John Tunnard, 1947, no. 6
Poughkeepsie, New York, The Three Arts Gallery, Modern Paintings from the Collection of Mr. Dwight Ripley, 1950, no. 12
New York, Bignou Gallery, John Tunnard, 1947, no. 6
Poughkeepsie, New York, The Three Arts Gallery, Modern Paintings from the Collection of Mr. Dwight Ripley, 1950, no. 12
Literature
Alan Peat and Brian A. Whitton, John Tunnard: His Life and Work, Aldershot, 1997, no. 330
Condition
The sheet is in generally good condition. There is minor rippling throughout as well as some minor toning. There are minor bumps and nicks at the extreme edges, especially in the upper corners and a small spot along the top edge. There are two small nicks at the extreme edge along the left edge. In overall good condition.
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.
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.