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Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the overall tonality is richer and deeper in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the backing mount at intervals on the reverse and the lower edge is deckled. There are artist’s pinholes to the centre of the star and to the apex of the top point. There is some slight undulation throughout the sheet. Upon close examination there is a small spot of surface dirt to the right of the centre of the top edge. A small material fibre is adhering towards the top of the lower right quadrant. "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

Sol Lewitt Seven Pointed Star signed and dated 82 gouache and pencil on paper 28 by 28cm.; 11 by 11in. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the overall tonality is richer and deeper in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the backing mount at intervals on the reverse and the lower edge is deckled. There are artist’s pinholes to the centre of the star and to the apex of the top point. There is some slight undulation throughout the sheet. Upon close examination there is a small spot of surface dirt to the right of the centre of the top edge. A small material fibre is adhering towards the top of the lower right quadrant. "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."