Lot 275
  • 275

George Segal

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description

  • George Segal
  • Helen Against Wall with Door
  • painted plaster and wood
  • 38 by 55 by 14 in. 96.5 by 139.7 by 35.6 cm.
  • Executed in 1987.

Provenance

Sidney Janis Gallery, New York
Private Collection, New York
Sotheby's, New York, May 16, 2001, lot 184
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Literature

Sam Hunter, George Segal, New York, 1989, pl. 122, illustrated in color

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling to the work. Under close inspection, some light craquelure is evident along the seam between the figural sculptural element and the background, resulting in some intermittent loss primarily near the figure's coat. There are scattered accretions along the surface. There is a 1ΒΌ-inch loss to the left of the figure's ear and a 1-inch loss to the bottom left corner that have benefitted from restoration.
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.