Details

Provenance

Galerie Stampa, Basel Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1995

Literature

Dublin, The Douglas Hyde Gallery, Chlorosis , November - December 1994 Basel, Galerie Stampa, Marlene Dumas: Love Hurts, Featuring Chlorosis and (In Search for) the Perfect Lover , 1995 Condition Colour: The colours in the printed catalogue are fairly accurate although there are fewer yellow undertones in the original and the overall tonality is slightly deeper. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Extremely close inspection reveals some light and unobtrusive wear to the vertical edges. 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." Catalogue Note "A deep sense of melancholy and unease infuses Dumas’ work, even at its most tender." John Hutchinson: Exh. Cat., Dublin, The Douglas Hyde Gallery, Chlorosis , November - December 1994, p. 6.

Catalog summary

Marlene Dumas Ziggy titled on the stretcher oil on canvas 23.9 by 18.2 cm. 9 3/8 by 7 1/8 in. Executed in 1994. Provenance Galerie Stampa, Basel Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1995 Literature Dublin, The Douglas Hyde Gallery, Chlorosis , November - December 1994 Basel, Galerie Stampa, Marlene Dumas: Love Hurts, Featuring Chlorosis and (In Search for) the Perfect Lover , 1995 Condition Colour: The colours in the printed catalogue are fairly accurate although there are fewer yellow undertones in the original and the overall tonality is slightly deeper. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Extremely close inspection reveals some light and unobtrusive wear to the vertical edges. 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." Catalogue Note "A deep sense of melancholy and unease infuses Dumas’ work, even at its most tender." John Hutchinson: Exh. Cat., Dublin, The Douglas Hyde Gallery, Chlorosis , November - December 1994, p. 6.