Andy Warhol
Big Cat , 1959 (Executed)
Lot #207 |
2012-03-09 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Art
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
USD 12,000 - 18,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08829
Auction name: Contemporary Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2012-03-09
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Pop Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 20 7/8 by 14 in. 53 by 35.5 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
53
Width In Centimeters:
35.5
Height In Inches:
20.875
Width In Inches:
13.976
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Year notes: Executed circa 1959.
Provenance
Walter Van Bellen, New York Private Collection, New York By descent to the present owner Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is time staining to the sheet, with discoloration along the top and right edges. There are soft creases most pronounced along the top left edge. There is scattered foxing and light surface soiling. Framed under glass. 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
Andy Warhol Big Cat signed ink on paper 20 7/8 by 14 in. 53 by 35.5 cm. Executed circa 1959. Provenance Walter Van Bellen, New York Private Collection, New York By descent to the present owner Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is time staining to the sheet, with discoloration along the top and right edges. There are soft creases most pronounced along the top left edge. There is scattered foxing and light surface soiling. Framed under glass. 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.