Wayne Thiebaud
Candy Chunks , 1970 (Executed)
Lot #1 |
2011-09-23 |
Sotheby's, New York
N08816
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
USD 80,000 - 120,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08816
Auction name: N08816
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2011-09-23
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 5 by 7 in. 12.7 by 17.8 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
12.7
Width In Centimeters:
17.8
Height In Inches:
5
Width In Inches:
7
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Year notes: Executed circa 1970.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet has yellowed with age, primarily along the edges. There are minor areas of fine and stable craquelure in the more heavily impastoed areas. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. 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
Wayne Thiebaud Candy Chunks signed oil on paper 5 by 7 in. 12.7 by 17.8 cm. Executed circa 1970. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet has yellowed with age, primarily along the edges. There are minor areas of fine and stable craquelure in the more heavily impastoed areas. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. 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.