Fernando Botero
Florero , 1962 (Executed)
Lot #144 |
2010-05-27 |
Sotheby's, New York
Latin American Art
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
USD 100,000 - 150,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08642
Auction name: Latin American Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2010-05-27
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 70 7/8 by 70 in. 180 by 170 cm
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
180
Width In Centimeters:
170
Height In Inches:
70.875
Width In Inches:
66.929
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Year notes: Painted circa 1962.
Provenance
Private collection, Mexico City Thence by descent to the present owners Condition There is some dust to the surface. The areas with impasto has some cracks but no apparent losses or retouches under UV light inspection. Overall, this work is 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
Fernando Botero Florero signed lower left oil on canvas 70 7/8 by 70 in. 180 by 170 cm Painted circa 1962. Provenance Private collection, Mexico City Thence by descent to the present owners Condition There is some dust to the surface. The areas with impasto has some cracks but no apparent losses or retouches under UV light inspection. Overall, this work is 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.