Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
Dimensions: 37.9 by 54.9cm.; 14 7/8 by 21 1/2 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
37.9
Width In Centimeters:
54.9
Height In Inches:
14.921
Width In Inches:
21.457
Year notes: Executed in 1981.
Provenance
Private Collection, Europe
Exhibited
Paris, Galerie Gillespie-Laage-Salomon, A .R. Penck , 1982, no. 14, illustrated Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is some very minor wear to the lower corner tips. There are light handling marks along the right and horizontal edges. There are isolated small spots of drying cracks to the red pigment in a few places. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light. "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
A. R. Penck Untitled acrylic and resin on canvas 37.9 by 54.9cm.; 14 7/8 by 21 1/2 in. Executed in 1981. Provenance Private Collection, Europe Exhibited Paris, Galerie Gillespie-Laage-Salomon, A .R. Penck , 1982, no. 14, illustrated Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is some very minor wear to the lower corner tips. There are light handling marks along the right and horizontal edges. There are isolated small spots of drying cracks to the red pigment in a few places. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light. "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."