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Provenance

The Estate of Andy Warhol, New York Galerie Bruno Bischofberger, Zürich Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art , 27 June 1996, Lot 230 Sale: Christie's, New York, Post-War and Contemporary Art , 14 November 2001, Lot 201 Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original.<br><br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is an extremely fine hairline crack to the bottom right hand corner edge, only visible upon very close inspection. There is no evidence of any retouching when examined 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

Andy Warhol Panda Drummer stamped twice by the Estate of Andy Warhol and the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts Inc., and numbered PA20.114 on the reverse and overlap synthetic polymer paint and silkscreen ink on canvas 35.5 by 28cm.; 14 by 11in. Executed in 1983. Provenance The Estate of Andy Warhol, New York Galerie Bruno Bischofberger, Zürich Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art , 27 June 1996, Lot 230 Sale: Christie's, New York, Post-War and Contemporary Art , 14 November 2001, Lot 201 Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original.<br><br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is an extremely fine hairline crack to the bottom right hand corner edge, only visible upon very close inspection. There is no evidence of any retouching when examined 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."