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Provenance

Martha Jackson Gallery, New York Private Collection Christie's, New York, July 12, 2005, lot 53 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is some pigment separation throughout, due to the artist's working method. There is some light surface soiling, particularly near the edges. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of inpainting. 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

Paul Jenkins Phenomena Invocation Cornwall signed; signed, titled and dated 1972 on the overlap acrylic on canvas 61 by 55 in. 154.9 by 139.7 cm. Provenance Martha Jackson Gallery, New York Private Collection Christie's, New York, July 12, 2005, lot 53 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is some pigment separation throughout, due to the artist's working method. There is some light surface soiling, particularly near the edges. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of inpainting. 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.