Details

Provenance

Gallerie Gromholt, Oslo Private Collection, Scandinavia Thence by descent to the present owner

Exhibited

Oslo, Kunstnernes Hus, Op-Kunst , March 30-April 28, 1968, no. 27 Condition The sculpture is in excellent condition considering its age. It is clean and displays a painted surface that is tightly bound with no paint losses evident. All of the dowels are present and are well adhered to the large block of wood. Minor cracking around the dowels was noted which is a result of dimensional changes in the wood and characteristic of aged wood. These cracks are stable and do not pose a threat to the stability of the dowels. Small hairline fissures can be seen in the paint throughout the surface, which is consistent with the age of the artwork. The sculpture is structurally sound. (This condition report has been provided courtesy of Wilson Conservation.) 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

Sergio Camargo Orèe signed, dated Paris 64, and indistincly inscribed on the underside painted wood construction 11 3/4 by 7 1/8 by 6 3/4 in. 30 by 18 by 17.1 cm Provenance Gallerie Gromholt, Oslo Private Collection, Scandinavia Thence by descent to the present owner Exhibited Oslo, Kunstnernes Hus, Op-Kunst , March 30-April 28, 1968, no. 27 Condition The sculpture is in excellent condition considering its age. It is clean and displays a painted surface that is tightly bound with no paint losses evident. All of the dowels are present and are well adhered to the large block of wood. Minor cracking around the dowels was noted which is a result of dimensional changes in the wood and characteristic of aged wood. These cracks are stable and do not pose a threat to the stability of the dowels. Small hairline fissures can be seen in the paint throughout the surface, which is consistent with the age of the artwork. The sculpture is structurally sound. (This condition report has been provided courtesy of Wilson Conservation.) 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.