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Provenance

Private Collection, Los Angeles By descent to the present owner from the above Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling toward the edges, resulting in some slight fraying to the bottom right and top left corners. It appears the surface has been varnished. There are some fine areas of craquelure throughout and a few associated spots of paint loss in the center red painted portion. There are faint stretcher bar impressions along the top, right and bottom sides. Under ultraviolet light inspection, a few surface accretions fluoresce brightly, but there does not appear to be any evidence of restoration. 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

Robert Irwin Untitled signed and dated 57-58 ; signed and dated 57-58 on the reverse oil on canvas 67 by 69 in. 170.2 by 175.3 cm. Provenance Private Collection, Los Angeles By descent to the present owner from the above Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling toward the edges, resulting in some slight fraying to the bottom right and top left corners. It appears the surface has been varnished. There are some fine areas of craquelure throughout and a few associated spots of paint loss in the center red painted portion. There are faint stretcher bar impressions along the top, right and bottom sides. Under ultraviolet light inspection, a few surface accretions fluoresce brightly, but there does not appear to be any evidence of restoration. 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.