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Provenance

Private Collection, Japan (acquired directly from the artist) Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the catalogue illustration fails to convey the fibrous texture of the Japanese paper. <br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. On close inspection there are a few fine, flattened creases towards the centre of the left edge and to the upper centre of the right extreme edge which are original to the artist’s working process. "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 Haring Untitled signed and dated 86 sumi ink and oxidized metal on Japanese paper 68 by 135cm.; 26 3/4 by 53 1/8 in. Executed in 1986. Provenance Private Collection, Japan (acquired directly from the artist) Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the catalogue illustration fails to convey the fibrous texture of the Japanese paper. <br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. On close inspection there are a few fine, flattened creases towards the centre of the left edge and to the upper centre of the right extreme edge which are original to the artist’s working process. "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."