Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in the 1980s. Condition This work is in overall good condition. The edges of the right half are slightly rubbed, along the stretcher, and the canvas is not stretched tightly. When examined under ultraviolet light, there are no signs of treatment. 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
Michael Gross Torso signed Michael Gross , signed in Hebrew and dated 1982 (on the reverse) oil on canvas with wooden board 40 by 30 1/4 in. 101.5 by 77 cm Painted in 1982. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in the 1980s. Condition This work is in overall good condition. The edges of the right half are slightly rubbed, along the stretcher, and the canvas is not stretched tightly. When examined under ultraviolet light, there are no signs of treatment. 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.