Lot 170
  • 170

Johann Fischer

Estimate
500 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Johann Fischer
  • In Unserem Sovärenem Österreich (In Our Sovereign Austria)
  • signed with initials, titled and dated 30.VIII.2.-4.-IX.1991.
  • wax crayon, pencil and coloured pencil
  • 42 by 29.5cm.; 16½ by 11¾in.

Provenance

Sale, Sotheby's London, 23rd October 1997, lot 178 (part lot), where acquired by David Bowie

Condition

Unexamined out of frame. The sheet appears to be attached to the mount by tabs in two places along the upper horizontal edge, but is not laid down. The sheet is sound, though very slightly cockled along the edges. There are a very few small specks of studio matter and handling marks to the sheet. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition, with strong, bright colours throughout. The work is floated within a window mount and held within a simple wooden frame under glass. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present 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. 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."