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Provenance

Sale, Bonham's London, 26th June 2007, lot 98, where acquired by the present owner Condition The canvas appears original and sound. There are some very minor, fine lines of reticulation apparent to some of the dark blue and dark green pigments in the upper right quadrant, with one or two tiny possible specks of loss. There are one or two small traces of light surface dirt. The work appears to be in very good overall condition.<br><br>Ultraviolet light reveals some fine lines and spots of retouching along the upper edge and at the upper right edge, with one or two very small further specks in places. <br><br>The work is presented in a painted wooden frame, held under glass.<br><br>Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work. "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

Edward Wolfe Abstract signed oil and pencil on canvas 27.5 by 22cm.; 10¾ by 8¾in. Provenance Sale, Bonham's London, 26th June 2007, lot 98, where acquired by the present owner Condition The canvas appears original and sound. There are some very minor, fine lines of reticulation apparent to some of the dark blue and dark green pigments in the upper right quadrant, with one or two tiny possible specks of loss. There are one or two small traces of light surface dirt. The work appears to be in very good overall condition.<br><br>Ultraviolet light reveals some fine lines and spots of retouching along the upper edge and at the upper right edge, with one or two very small further specks in places. <br><br>The work is presented in a painted wooden frame, held under glass.<br><br>Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work. "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."