Details

Provenance

The Estate of the Artist

Exhibited

St Ives, Belgrave Gallery, Sven Berlin Sculpture, 2006. Condition Structurally sound, there are visible cracks and instances of slight splitting in keeping with the nature of the materials. There is a minor spot of lifting to the back of the neck.<br><br>Green and red paint residue is apparent, which appears to have been removed by the artist. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition. "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

Sven Berlin Standing Figure signed with monogram and dated 52 wood 48.5cm., 19in. Provenance The Estate of the Artist Exhibited St Ives, Belgrave Gallery, Sven Berlin Sculpture, 2006. Condition Structurally sound, there are visible cracks and instances of slight splitting in keeping with the nature of the materials. There is a minor spot of lifting to the back of the neck.<br><br>Green and red paint residue is apparent, which appears to have been removed by the artist. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition. "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."