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Provenance

Mary and Earle Ludgin, Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago (gift of the above in 1981) Christie's, New York, May 10, 2006, lot 209 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined and is slightly slack on the stretcher. There is scattered surface soiling and evidence of a thin, translucent, toned wash on the surface. There is some scattered hairline cracking to the pigment. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there was no evidence of restoration. Framed in the artist frame. The frame exhibits some minor wear with a few associated scuffs and pigment losses. 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

Forrest Bess Matilda oil on canvas in artist's frame Framed: 22 1/2 by 22 3/8 in. 57.2 by 56.8 cm. Canvas: 14 by 16 in. 35.6 by 40.6 cm. Executed circa 1950. Provenance Mary and Earle Ludgin, Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago (gift of the above in 1981) Christie's, New York, May 10, 2006, lot 209 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined and is slightly slack on the stretcher. There is scattered surface soiling and evidence of a thin, translucent, toned wash on the surface. There is some scattered hairline cracking to the pigment. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there was no evidence of restoration. Framed in the artist frame. The frame exhibits some minor wear with a few associated scuffs and pigment losses. 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.