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Provenance

Estate of Sam Francis, California Private Collection, Europe Christie's, Dubai, 24 May 2006, Lot 121 Acquired from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Zurich, Galerie Proarta, Sam Francis, Bilder 1953 bis 1992 , October 1999 - January 2000, p. 23, illustrated in colour Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the blue and green are brighter in the original.<br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the mount in several places. Close inspection reveals some light handling marks in places, which appears to be original. The is a small irregular area of black paint the the lower left edge, which does not fluorescence 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

Sam Francis Untitled signed and dated 1959 N.Y on the reverse watercolour on paper 35.5 by 25 cm. 14 by 9 7/8 in. Provenance Estate of Sam Francis, California Private Collection, Europe Christie's, Dubai, 24 May 2006, Lot 121 Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibited Zurich, Galerie Proarta, Sam Francis, Bilder 1953 bis 1992 , October 1999 - January 2000, p. 23, illustrated in colour Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the blue and green are brighter in the original.<br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the mount in several places. Close inspection reveals some light handling marks in places, which appears to be original. The is a small irregular area of black paint the the lower left edge, which does not fluorescence 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."