Details

Provenance

Galerie Kornfeld, Bern Private Collection, Norway (acquired from the above) Thence by descent to the present owner

Exhibited

Bern, Galerie Kornfeld, Sam Francis: Werke 1969–1973 , October - November 1973, n.p., no. 75, illustrated Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration, although the paper tone is slightly warmer in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged verso to the backing board in numerous places and undulates slightly. All four edges are deckled, with some tiny associated tears. There are artist's pin holes to all four extreme corner tips, one of which has a small associated tear in the lower right hand corner tip. Very close inspection reveals some light creasing in isolated places throughout. "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 This work is identified with the interim identification number of SF73-103 in consideration for the forthcoming Sam Francis: Catalogue Raisonné of Unique Works on Paper . This information is subject to change as scholarship continues by the Sam Francis Foundation.

Catalog summary

Sam Francis Untitled signed and dated 1973 Bern on the reverse gouache on paper 106 by 75 cm. 41 3/4 by 29 1/2 in. Provenance Galerie Kornfeld, Bern Private Collection, Norway (acquired from the above) Thence by descent to the present owner Exhibited Bern, Galerie Kornfeld, Sam Francis: Werke 1969–1973 , October - November 1973, n.p., no. 75, illustrated Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration, although the paper tone is slightly warmer in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged verso to the backing board in numerous places and undulates slightly. All four edges are deckled, with some tiny associated tears. There are artist's pin holes to all four extreme corner tips, one of which has a small associated tear in the lower right hand corner tip. Very close inspection reveals some light creasing in isolated places throughout. "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 This work is identified with the interim identification number of SF73-103 in consideration for the forthcoming Sam Francis: Catalogue Raisonné of Unique Works on Paper . This information is subject to change as scholarship continues by the Sam Francis Foundation.