Details

Provenance

Galerie Michael Werner, Cologne Acquired from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Bremen, Kunsthalle Bremen, Georg Baselitz – Das Motiv , September - October 1988, p. 119, no. 88, illustrated

Literature

Diane Waldman, Georg Baselitz: Pastelle 1985-1990 , Zurich 1990, p. 111, no. 36, illustrated Condition Colour: The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly lighter and cooler in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged verso to the backing in numerous places and undulates slightly. All four edges are deckled. There are artist's pin holes towards the two upper corners of the sheet. Close inspection reveals some light handling marks in places throughout which look to be original. "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

Georg Baselitz Untitled signed with the artist's initials and dated 17. VI. 88 pencil and pastel on paper 76.5 by 58.6 cm. 30 1/8 by 23 1/8 in. Provenance Galerie Michael Werner, Cologne Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibited Bremen, Kunsthalle Bremen, Georg Baselitz – Das Motiv , September - October 1988, p. 119, no. 88, illustrated Literature Diane Waldman, Georg Baselitz: Pastelle 1985-1990 , Zurich 1990, p. 111, no. 36, illustrated Condition Colour: The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly lighter and cooler in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged verso to the backing in numerous places and undulates slightly. All four edges are deckled. There are artist's pin holes towards the two upper corners of the sheet. Close inspection reveals some light handling marks in places throughout which look to be original. "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."