Details

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 1963

Exhibited

Klagenfurt, Galerie Wulfengasse 14, 1963 Condition Colours:<br>The white casein paint is slightly yellowed. <br><br>Condition:<br>Very minor, non-disturbing hairline crack to the joint of the upper section and base. Otherwise in very 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." Catalogue Note From the diary of herman de vries, dated 15.4.57: ... abstraktie heeft voor mij alleen dan waarde, wanneer dit weer terugkomt op aardse werkelijkheid. met andere woorden bijdraagt tot verhouding van onszelf met hetgeen waarin we leven (of kunnen leven)... (Op. cit.: Exhibition catalgue, Groninger Museum, herman de vries, werken 1954-1980 , Groningen 1987, p. 12)

Catalog summary

Herman de Vries Untitled Signed and dated 1961 on the underside White casein paint and sand on wood height 19,5 cm. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 1963 Exhibited Klagenfurt, Galerie Wulfengasse 14, 1963 Condition Colours:<br>The white casein paint is slightly yellowed. <br><br>Condition:<br>Very minor, non-disturbing hairline crack to the joint of the upper section and base. Otherwise in very 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." Catalogue Note From the diary of herman de vries, dated 15.4.57: ... abstraktie heeft voor mij alleen dan waarde, wanneer dit weer terugkomt op aardse werkelijkheid. met andere woorden bijdraagt tot verhouding van onszelf met hetgeen waarin we leven (of kunnen leven)... (Op. cit.: Exhibition catalgue, Groninger Museum, herman de vries, werken 1954-1980 , Groningen 1987, p. 12)