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Provenance

Sikkema Jenkins & Co., New York Meridian Fine Art, New York Private Collection, New York Condition This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of a soft rippling to the paper presumably due to the collage. There is minor evidence of glue residue and some soft creases to the cutout elements, presumably inherent to the artists's working method and technique. Framed under Plexiglas. 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

Kara Walker Untitled cut paper collage mounted on paper 18 by 12 in. 45.7 by 30.5 cm. Executed in 2001, this work was created for the Toni Morrison book Five Poems, Rain Maker Editions. Provenance Sikkema Jenkins & Co., New York Meridian Fine Art, New York Private Collection, New York Condition This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of a soft rippling to the paper presumably due to the collage. There is minor evidence of glue residue and some soft creases to the cutout elements, presumably inherent to the artists's working method and technique. Framed under Plexiglas. 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.