Details

Provenance

Thomas Dane Ltd., London Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1998

Exhibited

London, Ridinghouse Editions, Peter Doig: Small Paintings , 1996-1997 Condition Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although there are more yellow tones present in the wood colour and the dark purple tends more towards aubergine in the original. <br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are minute losses to the wood along all four extreme outer edges, which are original to the work's execution. There is a very minor scratch to the bottom right hand corner. No restoration is apparent under ultraviolet light. "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."

Catalog summary

Peter Doig Figures in a Wood signed, titled and dated 1996 on the reverse oil on panel 47.7 by 35cm.; 18 3/4 by 13 3/4 in. Provenance Thomas Dane Ltd., London Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1998 Exhibited London, Ridinghouse Editions, Peter Doig: Small Paintings , 1996-1997 Condition Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although there are more yellow tones present in the wood colour and the dark purple tends more towards aubergine in the original. <br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are minute losses to the wood along all four extreme outer edges, which are original to the work's execution. There is a very minor scratch to the bottom right hand corner. No restoration is apparent under ultraviolet light. "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."