Abdoulaye Aboudia Diarrassouba

Galerie Cecile Fakhoury, Abidjan
Acquired from the above by the present owner

The work is stretched but unframed. The canvas is unlined and the work is not on its original stretcher. There is an area of excess original paint which is showing signs of cracking and some delamination on the reverse of the turn over to the centre of the left hand framing edge. There is some historic flaking to the top left hand corner of the work and some minor cracking of the paint surface. There are very minor areas of cracking and minor associated paint losses along the top framing edge of the work, all of which are historic. The paint film is quite brittle and has a tendency to crack. Evidence of water damage to the excess canvas on the reverse. There are rust stains on the reverse of the canvas where staples have been used when previously stretching.
"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."