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Provenance

Porter McCray, New York Porter McCray (1908-2000) was the first Director of the International Department of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Condition The work is on wove paper which is not laid down. The sheet undulates across the surface and is uneven along the bottom edge. The sheet is attached to the mount by two pieces of tape along the upper edge. There are old adhesive stains in all four corners on the reverse of the sheet. The paint surface is in good overall condition. There is no sign of retouching under ultraviolet light. Held behind glass in a simple frame. "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

Keith Vaughan Figures signed and dated 45 gouache and ink wash 33 by 40cm.; 13 by 15 ½in. Provenance Porter McCray, New York Porter McCray (1908-2000) was the first Director of the International Department of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Condition The work is on wove paper which is not laid down. The sheet undulates across the surface and is uneven along the bottom edge. The sheet is attached to the mount by two pieces of tape along the upper edge. There are old adhesive stains in all four corners on the reverse of the sheet. The paint surface is in good overall condition. There is no sign of retouching under ultraviolet light. Held behind glass in a simple frame. "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."