Details

Provenance

The Estate of David Smith Makler Gallery, Philadelphia Acquired by the present owner from the above

Exhibited

Philadelphia, Makler Gallery, David Smith: Spray Paintings and Drawings , October 1979

Literature

Paul Todd Makler, "David Smith," Prometheus , No. 53, September 1979, illustrated Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There are artist’s pinholes at the corners. There is a slight undulation and some creases in the sheet, especially toward the edges, which is inherent to the artist’s working method. The edges show some evidence of wear and yellowing from age and handling and some minor tears along the edges. The sheet is unhinged. 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

David Smith Untitled signed with the artist's monogram and dated 1957 Mar 10 egg tempera on paper 26 1/2 by 40 in. 67.3 by 101.6 cm. Executed in 1957, this work is stamped by the Estate of David Smith and numbered 73-57.26 on the reverse. Provenance The Estate of David Smith Makler Gallery, Philadelphia Acquired by the present owner from the above Exhibited Philadelphia, Makler Gallery, David Smith: Spray Paintings and Drawings , October 1979 Literature Paul Todd Makler, "David Smith," Prometheus , No. 53, September 1979, illustrated Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There are artist’s pinholes at the corners. There is a slight undulation and some creases in the sheet, especially toward the edges, which is inherent to the artist’s working method. The edges show some evidence of wear and yellowing from age and handling and some minor tears along the edges. The sheet is unhinged. 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.