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Provenance

Sikkema Jenkins & Co., New York Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition This work is in good condition overall. All of the collage elements are well adhered to the surface of the canvas. There is evidence of minor lifting to the right knee of the left figure, which is only visibly upon close inspection. The collage elements show evidence of faint scattered surface scratches, which are most noticeable within the mid sections of both figures. There is evidence of faint surface scratches in the bottom left and bottom right quadrants of the canvas, which are only visibly upon close inspection. There are two pinpoint surface inconsistencies, which appear inherent to the artist's method of working, one of which is located approximately 6 inches from the left edge and 28 inches from the bottom edge, the other is located approximately 29 ½ inches from the left edge and 28 inches from the bottom edge. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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. Catalogue Note "Challenging and highlighting abusive power dynamics in our culture is my goal; replicating them is not." Kara Walker

Catalog summary

Kara Walker Untitled signed and dated 2002-5 on the reverse cut paper and acrylic on canvas mounted to wood 76 3/4 by 48 in. 194.4 by 121.9 cm. Provenance Sikkema Jenkins & Co., New York Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition This work is in good condition overall. All of the collage elements are well adhered to the surface of the canvas. There is evidence of minor lifting to the right knee of the left figure, which is only visibly upon close inspection. The collage elements show evidence of faint scattered surface scratches, which are most noticeable within the mid sections of both figures. There is evidence of faint surface scratches in the bottom left and bottom right quadrants of the canvas, which are only visibly upon close inspection. There are two pinpoint surface inconsistencies, which appear inherent to the artist's method of working, one of which is located approximately 6 inches from the left edge and 28 inches from the bottom edge, the other is located approximately 29 ½ inches from the left edge and 28 inches from the bottom edge. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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. Catalogue Note "Challenging and highlighting abusive power dynamics in our culture is my goal; replicating them is not." Kara Walker