LUCKY SIBIYA | The Opera House

Everard Read Gallery, Johannesburg
Bonhams, London, The South African Sale, 18 March 2015, lot 60
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner

Please note this work is comprised of two panels. There are minor nicks and surface marks throughout the work.There is an area of minor loss within the lower left corner of the left hand panel. There is a further area of minor loss, possibly inherent to the work, along the upper right edge of the right hand panel and another within the lower right hand edge of the same panel. There is minor wear to the edges and corners of the work with associated very minor surface loss. Both panels exhibit a small area of adhesive material to the bottom left and bottom right hand corner respectively. There are flecks of a wax like substance along the edges of the work in places, only visible upon close inspection. The wax can easily be cleaned off. Intentional holes on the reverse running the horizontal length of the work. Overall, the work appears to be in good condition.
"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."