Details

Provenance

Private Collection Galerie Kornfeld, Bern, 16 June 2011, Lot 766 Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the flesh tones have pinker undertones and the green background is brighter and more vibrant in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The surface irregularities and skips of paint visible in the catalogue illustration appear original. Very close inspection reveals some faint rub marks to the green background on the right hand side of the composition. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet 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

Alex Katz Sarah signed oil on board 30.3 by 40.4 cm 11 7/8 by 15 7/8 in. Executed in 2005. Provenance Private Collection Galerie Kornfeld, Bern, 16 June 2011, Lot 766 Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the flesh tones have pinker undertones and the green background is brighter and more vibrant in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The surface irregularities and skips of paint visible in the catalogue illustration appear original. Very close inspection reveals some faint rub marks to the green background on the right hand side of the composition. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet 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."