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Provenance

Gift of the artist Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is window matted and hinged on the reverse to the mat. The left edge is deckled and there is evidence of wear to all four edges. There is a soft crease in the lower left corner and evidence of wear and loss along the lower left edge. Adhesive residue is evident in the lower center of the sheet. 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

Ray Johnson Evaporations signed and titled acrylic and pen on printed paper 11 by 8 1/4 in. 27.9 by 21 cm. Executed in 1972. Provenance Gift of the artist Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is window matted and hinged on the reverse to the mat. The left edge is deckled and there is evidence of wear to all four edges. There is a soft crease in the lower left corner and evidence of wear and loss along the lower left edge. Adhesive residue is evident in the lower center of the sheet. 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.