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Provenance

Private Collection, Spain Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original, with the green tending more towards bright apple green.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the backing board in several places on the reverse. There are a few very faint handling marks in the top two corners. All four edges are deckled. "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 This work is registered in the Sam Francis Foundation Archives under number SF70-802 and will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of unique paintings and works on paper, edited by Debra Burchett-Lere and published by the University of California Press

Catalog summary

Sam Francis Untitled signed, dated 1970 and inscribed Tokyo on the reverse gouache on paper 59 by 80cm.; 23 1/4 by 31 1/2 in. Provenance Private Collection, Spain Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original, with the green tending more towards bright apple green.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the backing board in several places on the reverse. There are a few very faint handling marks in the top two corners. All four edges are deckled. "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 This work is registered in the Sam Francis Foundation Archives under number SF70-802 and will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of unique paintings and works on paper, edited by Debra Burchett-Lere and published by the University of California Press