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Provenance

Tony Shafrazi Gallery, New York Private Collection, New York Private Collection, Europe Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is much brighter and tends more towards neon in the original.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. Visible only upon close inspection when unframed, there is evidence of very light discolouration and wear to the edges with one associated speck of loss the extreme lower right edge. Extremely close inspection reveals a few isolated light abrasions and pinprick-sized media accretions scattered in places. The very faint and thin drying cracks following the grain of the wood, which are characteristic of the artist's choice of medium. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet 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

Keith Haring Untitled signed, signed with the artist's monogram, dated July 27 1982 and dedicated for Laura Levine on the reverse day-glo paint on wood 31 by 46cm.; 12 1/4 by 18 1/4 in. Provenance Tony Shafrazi Gallery, New York Private Collection, New York Private Collection, Europe Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is much brighter and tends more towards neon in the original.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. Visible only upon close inspection when unframed, there is evidence of very light discolouration and wear to the edges with one associated speck of loss the extreme lower right edge. Extremely close inspection reveals a few isolated light abrasions and pinprick-sized media accretions scattered in places. The very faint and thin drying cracks following the grain of the wood, which are characteristic of the artist's choice of medium. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet 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."