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Provenance

Poindexter Gallery, New York Private Collection Christie's, New York, February 16, 1984, lot 128 Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in good condition overall. The surface consists of multiple layers of heavy paint application, particularly in the very thick white pigment. There are also scattered evidence of fine craquelure present in the heavily impastoed areas with a few associated losses. Generally, the craquelure has been stabilized. Under ultraviolet light, there are some areas of inpainting which fluoresce darkly; these are located around the extreme edges of the canvas and some scattered within the work, most notably in the area near the upper left corner. There are also a few scattered areas that fluoresce brightly. Framed. 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

Michael Goldberg Untitled signed; signed and dated '58 on the reverse oil on canvas 43 by 42 in. 109.2 by 106.7 cm. Executed in 1958. Provenance Poindexter Gallery, New York Private Collection Christie's, New York, February 16, 1984, lot 128 Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in good condition overall. The surface consists of multiple layers of heavy paint application, particularly in the very thick white pigment. There are also scattered evidence of fine craquelure present in the heavily impastoed areas with a few associated losses. Generally, the craquelure has been stabilized. Under ultraviolet light, there are some areas of inpainting which fluoresce darkly; these are located around the extreme edges of the canvas and some scattered within the work, most notably in the area near the upper left corner. There are also a few scattered areas that fluoresce brightly. Framed. 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.