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Provenance

Gio Marconi, Milan Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter more vibrant in the original. The catalogue illustration also fails to fully convey the rich texture of the impasto visible in the original.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of very minor wear to the extreme corner tips. Extremely close inspection reveals a few very light and superficial dust fibres on top of some of the thicker areas of impasto. 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

André Butzer Untitled signed; signed and dated ' 06 on the reverse oil on canvas 140 by 120 cm. 55 1/8 by 47 1/4 in. Provenance Gio Marconi, Milan Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter more vibrant in the original. The catalogue illustration also fails to fully convey the rich texture of the impasto visible in the original.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of very minor wear to the extreme corner tips. Extremely close inspection reveals a few very light and superficial dust fibres on top of some of the thicker areas of impasto. 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."