Details

Provenance

Private Collection, acquired circa 1970s

Exhibited

Milan, Palazzo Reale, Arte Inglese Oggi, 1960-76 , February - May 1976, cat. no.191, illustrated p.191; London, Hayward Gallery, Ian Stephenson Paintings 1955-77 , 2nd March - 24th April 1977, cat. no.51, illustrated p.37, with Arts Council tour to Arnolfini Gallery, Bristol and Turnpike Gallery, Leigh. Condition Original canvas.<br><br>There is very slight abrasion to one or two of the tiny raised elements, only visible upon very close inspection. There is a very slight pressure mark c.7cm. in the centre of the bottom edge of the top canvas. This excepting the work appears in excellent overall condition.<br><br>Ultraviolet light reveals areas of fluorescence which appear in keeping with the nature of the materials.<br><br>Two overlapping sections: the underside comprising of two canvas framed as one, in a thin metal strip frame, the top unframed. "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

Ian Stephenson Eclipse, 1966-7 signed twice on the reverse; further signed twice, dated 1966-67 twice, titled twice and inscribed with stencil on the reverse oil on canvas, overlapping on two parts 164.5 by 183cm.; 65 by 72in. Provenance Private Collection, acquired circa 1970s Exhibited Milan, Palazzo Reale, Arte Inglese Oggi, 1960-76 , February - May 1976, cat. no.191, illustrated p.191; London, Hayward Gallery, Ian Stephenson Paintings 1955-77 , 2nd March - 24th April 1977, cat. no.51, illustrated p.37, with Arts Council tour to Arnolfini Gallery, Bristol and Turnpike Gallery, Leigh. Condition Original canvas.<br><br>There is very slight abrasion to one or two of the tiny raised elements, only visible upon very close inspection. There is a very slight pressure mark c.7cm. in the centre of the bottom edge of the top canvas. This excepting the work appears in excellent overall condition.<br><br>Ultraviolet light reveals areas of fluorescence which appear in keeping with the nature of the materials.<br><br>Two overlapping sections: the underside comprising of two canvas framed as one, in a thin metal strip frame, the top unframed. "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."