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Provenance

Louise Downing, Provincetown Acquired by the present owner from the above circa 1980 Condition This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is wear along the extreme turning edges and corners with evidence of scattered light handling marks in a few areas along the edges. There are minor pinpoint surface accretions in the top right quadrant and center of quadrant of the canvas. There is a faint surface scuff in the lower left quadrant. Under Ultraviolet light there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed. 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

Thomas Downing Perch signed, titled and dated Dec 5-71 on the overlap acrylic on canvas 48 by 48 in. 121.9 by 121.9 cm. Provenance Louise Downing, Provincetown Acquired by the present owner from the above circa 1980 Condition This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is wear along the extreme turning edges and corners with evidence of scattered light handling marks in a few areas along the edges. There are minor pinpoint surface accretions in the top right quadrant and center of quadrant of the canvas. There is a faint surface scuff in the lower left quadrant. Under Ultraviolet light there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed. 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.