Details

Exhibited

Avinash Chandra , Rose Fried Gallery, New York, October 22 - November 20, 1968, illustrated Condition Paper creased and wavy along left and right edges. One horizontal crease running across left side of painting. Paper appears slightly discolored. Minor wrinkles lower right corner where paper has been laid onto canvas. Good overall condition. Colors richer and stronger than catalogue illustration. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. Catalogue Note This is one of a number of exceptionally large works on paper that the artist produced in the late 1960's.  The artist states 'I have always preferred to draw first rather than paint direct; ideas materialize more spontaneously.  I start a drawing without any preconception, having a natural compulsion to think on paper -the very approach is exciting.  I don't paint in the way I draw nor do I work in glass the way I paint. Each medium is used for the way it wants to work - and yet to suit my intention and purpose exactly.  I don't even care how different and dissimilar the results are as long as I can communicate to others. This to me is all important.'  (Studio International, October 1968, reprinted in Rose Fried Gallery exhibition catalogue, 1968).

Catalog summary

Avinash Chandra Untitled Signed and dated 'Avinash 67' lower middle Ink and watercolor on paper mounted on canvas 56 1/2 by 96 1/2 in. (143.5 by 245 cm.) Exhibited Avinash Chandra , Rose Fried Gallery, New York, October 22 - November 20, 1968, illustrated Condition Paper creased and wavy along left and right edges. One horizontal crease running across left side of painting. Paper appears slightly discolored. Minor wrinkles lower right corner where paper has been laid onto canvas. Good overall condition. Colors richer and stronger than catalogue illustration. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. Catalogue Note This is one of a number of exceptionally large works on paper that the artist produced in the late 1960's.  The artist states 'I have always preferred to draw first rather than paint direct; ideas materialize more spontaneously.  I start a drawing without any preconception, having a natural compulsion to think on paper -the very approach is exciting.  I don't paint in the way I draw nor do I work in glass the way I paint. Each medium is used for the way it wants to work - and yet to suit my intention and purpose exactly.  I don't even care how different and dissimilar the results are as long as I can communicate to others. This to me is all important.'  (Studio International, October 1968, reprinted in Rose Fried Gallery exhibition catalogue, 1968).