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Provenance

O.K. Harris Works of Art, New York Sidney Janis Gallery, New York Acquired directly from the above by the family of the present owner in 1976 Thence by descent Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly cooler in the original.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is very light wear and handling to all four corners with some intermittent fine hairline cracks on both vertical extreme edges. Upon very close inspection, there a small number of isolated pin-sized fly spots to the lower centre of the composition and a small faint rub mark below this on the lower edge. There are very faint and unobtrusive impressions parallel to the extreme edges. Examination under ultra-violet light reveals a small spot of retouching towards the centre of the upper edge and a few tiny specks of retouching to either side of this. "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

John Kacere Patricia signed twice, titled and dated 1975 oil on canvas 96 by 134.6cm.; 37 5/8 by 53in. Provenance O.K. Harris Works of Art, New York Sidney Janis Gallery, New York Acquired directly from the above by the family of the present owner in 1976 Thence by descent Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly cooler in the original.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is very light wear and handling to all four corners with some intermittent fine hairline cracks on both vertical extreme edges. Upon very close inspection, there a small number of isolated pin-sized fly spots to the lower centre of the composition and a small faint rub mark below this on the lower edge. There are very faint and unobtrusive impressions parallel to the extreme edges. Examination under ultra-violet light reveals a small spot of retouching towards the centre of the upper edge and a few tiny specks of retouching to either side of this. "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."