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MALCOLM MORLEY | Knitting Machine
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Malcolm Morley
- Knitting Machine
- signed, titled and dated 71
- oil on canvas
- 23 7/8 by 23 7/8 in. 60.6 by 60.6 cm.
Provenance
Steffanotty Gallery, New York
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, 4 May 1989, Lot 274
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, 4 May 1989, Lot 274
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Literature
Jean-Claude Lebensztejn, Ed., Malcolm Morley Itineraries, London 2001, p. 65, illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is evidence of minor wear and handling to the corners and turning edges. Under close inspection, there is evidence of light surface soiling and some dust accumulation. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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.
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.