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Provenance

Private Collection, Vienna Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly softer and cooler, with the blood red around the central image tending more to brown in the original. The catalogue illustration fails to fully convey the rich surface texture of the collaged elements apparent in the original.<br><br>Condition: <br>This work is in very good condition. There is light undulation to the sheet which is hinged to the backing mount at intervals along all four edges as well as in the top two corners. There are handling creases to the centre of the right edge and in places along the top edge, which would appear to be original to the work's execution. There are small areas of skinning to the centre of the top and bottom extreme edges, which are original to the artist's working process. There is some cracking and small losses to some of the thicker areas of media. "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 Beard Leopard in Bushes signed twice and variously inscribed; signed and stamped with the Peter Beard Studio stamp on the reverse ink, photo collage, blood, feather and mixed media on card 85 by 118cm.; 33 1/4 by 46 1/2 in. Executed in 1960-2004. Provenance Private Collection, Vienna Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly softer and cooler, with the blood red around the central image tending more to brown in the original. The catalogue illustration fails to fully convey the rich surface texture of the collaged elements apparent in the original.<br><br>Condition: <br>This work is in very good condition. There is light undulation to the sheet which is hinged to the backing mount at intervals along all four edges as well as in the top two corners. There are handling creases to the centre of the right edge and in places along the top edge, which would appear to be original to the work's execution. There are small areas of skinning to the centre of the top and bottom extreme edges, which are original to the artist's working process. There is some cracking and small losses to some of the thicker areas of media. "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."