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Ray Johnson
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ray Johnson
- Untitled
- signed and dated 1958 on the reverse of the backing board
- ink, watercolor and printed paper collage on panel
- 3 by 9 1/4 in. 7.6 by 23.5 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York (gift of the artist)
Private Collection, New York (gift of the above)
Gift of the above to the present owner
Private Collection, New York (gift of the above)
Gift of the above to the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The wood panel is adhered to the backing board. There is evidence of time staining to the sheets of paper throughout. There is a minor, unobtrusive tear along the top left corner. There is evidence of wear to the edges and some pigment loss to the blue pigmented areas along the center. Framed under glass in an artist's frame.
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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.