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Provenance

Alexander Iolas Collection, Greece A gift from the above to the present owner in 1974 Condition Colour: <br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although there are fewer magenta undertones in the original.<br><br>Condition: <br>This work is in very good and original condition. Close inspection reveals a few handling creases to the collaged sheets and a minor and unobtrusive short tear to one of the collage elements towards the lower centre of the composition, all of which are in keeping with the artist's working process. There are two minute specks of foxing to the upper left sheet and some minor discolouration to the edges of some of the collaged elemetns which is in keeping with the age of the work and artists choice of media. "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

Martial Raysse Untitled signed paper collage mounted on card 95 by 75cm.; 37 3/8 by 29 1/2 in. Executed in 1969. Provenance Alexander Iolas Collection, Greece A gift from the above to the present owner in 1974 Condition Colour: <br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although there are fewer magenta undertones in the original.<br><br>Condition: <br>This work is in very good and original condition. Close inspection reveals a few handling creases to the collaged sheets and a minor and unobtrusive short tear to one of the collage elements towards the lower centre of the composition, all of which are in keeping with the artist's working process. There are two minute specks of foxing to the upper left sheet and some minor discolouration to the edges of some of the collaged elemetns which is in keeping with the age of the work and artists choice of media. "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."