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Roberto Burle-Marx (1909-1994)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Roberto Burle-Marx
- Two works on paper: Two Women and Calcáreo
- signed and dated 1950 lower right; also dedicated Para Mary lower right; signed, titled and dated 1966 lower right
- graphite on Lavis paper; gouache, watercolor, graphite and ink on paper
- 21 3/8 by 28 1/4 in.; 27 5/8 by 22 7/8 in.
- 58.2 by 71.7 cm; 70.1 by 58.1 cm
Provenance
Gift from the artist
Mary Patricia DuBois, Ann Arbor
Private Collection, Michigan
Mary Patricia DuBois, Ann Arbor
Private Collection, Michigan
Condition
Both works are in overall good condition. Both works are hinged to their respective mats by the top edge of the paper. The media is stable overall. There is scattered foxing in the outer borders of the gouache. Remnants of old tape/adhesive border the composition of the graphite work.
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.