Details

Provenance

Wetterling Gallery, Stockholm Acquired from the above by the present owner

Literature

Debra Burchett-Lere, Sam Francis, Catalogue Raisonée of Canvas and Panel Paintings, 1946-1994 , Berkeley 2011, no. SFF.1466, illustrated in colour Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although more vibrant and textured in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is very light evidence of handling along the edges including a pinpoint loss at the upper left corner and towards right of top edge. Under raking light, scattered minor surface scuffs and a scattered drip accretions are visible and there is a graphite mark in the white just right of centre. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, small drip accretions predominately in the lower half of composition fluoresce lightly. "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

Sam Francis Untitled signed and dated 1988 on the reverse acrylic on board 61 by 50 cm. 24 by 19 5/8 in. Provenance Wetterling Gallery, Stockholm Acquired from the above by the present owner Literature Debra Burchett-Lere, Sam Francis, Catalogue Raisonée of Canvas and Panel Paintings, 1946-1994 , Berkeley 2011, no. SFF.1466, illustrated in colour Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although more vibrant and textured in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is very light evidence of handling along the edges including a pinpoint loss at the upper left corner and towards right of top edge. Under raking light, scattered minor surface scuffs and a scattered drip accretions are visible and there is a graphite mark in the white just right of centre. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, small drip accretions predominately in the lower half of composition fluoresce lightly. "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."