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Provenance

Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist) Christie's, New York, May 15, 2003, lot 152 Galerie Sho Contemporary Art, Tokyo Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There is a vertical crease in the sheet which appears inherent to the work. There is evidence of light wear and handling including some fine creases in the sheet. Additionally, there are scattered rubs to the surface of the which are visible under raking light. The sheet is hinged verso to the matte intermittenly around the edges. 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

Andy Warhol Self-Portrait signed and dated 67 silkscreen ink on paper 18 by 24 in. 45.7 by 61 cm. Executed in 1967, this work is stamped by the Andy Warhol Art Authentication Board, Inc. and numbered A119.0210 on the reverse. Provenance Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist) Christie's, New York, May 15, 2003, lot 152 Galerie Sho Contemporary Art, Tokyo Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There is a vertical crease in the sheet which appears inherent to the work. There is evidence of light wear and handling including some fine creases in the sheet. Additionally, there are scattered rubs to the surface of the which are visible under raking light. The sheet is hinged verso to the matte intermittenly around the edges. 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.