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David Hockney
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- David Hockney
- Untitled (Punchinello from El Gran Teatro)
- acrylic on panel
- 96 by 48 in. 244 by 122 cm.
- Executed in 1984.
Provenance
Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist)
Christie's, New York, May 14, 2008, lot 232
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Christie's, New York, May 14, 2008, lot 232
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling to the panel, resulting in scattered chips and losses to the extreme edges. There are scattered abrasions to the black pigment, which are visible under raking light. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there are some drip accretions along the right edge that fluoresce brightly but there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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.