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Provenance

B.C. Holland, Inc., Chicago Manny Silverman Gallery, Los Angeles Christie's, New York, March 15, 2005, lot 161 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is scatted evidence of craquelure throughout the surface of the canvas particularly in the black painted areas. The canvas is shows evidence of wear and handling with age. In the upper left region of the collaged area, the collaged elements are slightly lifting but remain stable. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed. 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

Conrad Marca-Relli Untitled signed oil and canvas collage on canvas 19 5/8 by 30 3/4 in. 50 by 78 cm. Executed circa 1957, this work is registered with the Archivo Marca-Relli, Parma under Archive Number Mare-6034. Provenance B.C. Holland, Inc., Chicago Manny Silverman Gallery, Los Angeles Christie's, New York, March 15, 2005, lot 161 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is scatted evidence of craquelure throughout the surface of the canvas particularly in the black painted areas. The canvas is shows evidence of wear and handling with age. In the upper left region of the collaged area, the collaged elements are slightly lifting but remain stable. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed. 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.