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Provenance

Howard Wise Gallery, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner (1970) Condition The paper is laid down on a piece of thick cardboard. There are scuffs and old tape along all edges. The outer edges are slightly lighter than the rest of the composition and there are scattered scuffs and handling smudges along the outer border. There are a few spots of foxing in the lower left corner. Otherwise the work appears to be in very good condition. 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.

Catalog summary

Juan Downey Selectramente 36 1/4 by 36 in. (92.1 by 91.5 cm) Executed circa 1969. gouache, graphite, pastel and photograph collage on board Provenance Howard Wise Gallery, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner (1970) Condition The paper is laid down on a piece of thick cardboard. There are scuffs and old tape along all edges. The outer edges are slightly lighter than the rest of the composition and there are scattered scuffs and handling smudges along the outer border. There are a few spots of foxing in the lower left corner. Otherwise the work appears to be in very good condition. 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.