Leyly Matine Daftary

Azad Gallery, Tehran
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2015

This work is in fair condition. Some craquelures across the surface of the work with some more defined areas on the upper left and central section. The varnish is only apparent around the edges and few scattered areas across the lower section of the painting. Some minor paint loss can be noticed to the upper left and right edges of the painting. The canvas needs to be restreched onto a new stretcher as the current one is too large. A condition report and restoration report is available upon request. No apparent sign of restoration under ultraviolet light. The colours in the catalogue illustration are failry accurate, with the reds tending more towards light orange.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

'When we stand before her work - an exceptional quality of silence unveils. We know that silence is the masterpiece of musicians, whose mission is to transform it. Less is known that silence is the very matter of painting, this one at least.'

Jean-Claude Carrière, 2009