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GILLIAN AYRES, R.A. | Horns of Jericho
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gillian Ayres
- Horns of Jericho
- signed; also signed, titled and dated 2009 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 198 by 274cm.; 78 by 108in.
Provenance
Alan Cristea Gallery, London, where acquired by the present owner, 2010
Exhibited
London, Alan Cristea Gallery, Gillian Ayres at 80: New Paintings and Works on Paper 2007 - 2010, 3rd February - 13th March 2010, cat. no.7.
Literature
Martin Gayford and David Cleaton-Roberts, Gillian Ayres, Art Books Publishing Ltd, London, 2017, illustrated pp.298-299.
Condition
The canvas is original. There are a number of tiny nicks to the edges, and one slightly larger loss at the centre of the upper edge. There is some minor surface dirt and studio matter in places. This excepting the work appears to be in excellent overall condition. The work is unframed. Inspection under ultra violet light reveals an inconsistent varnish with no obvious signs of fluorescence or retouching. 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."
"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."