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Provenance

Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist) Private Collection, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner in May 1992 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is mounted to panel and unlined. The collaged paintbrush elements are stable and well intact. The canvas is slightly buckling as a result of the collaged paintbrush elements. The surface texture irregularities are consistent with the artist's choice of medium and working method. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges and corners. Under close inspection, there is evidence of surface soiling, minor scuffs and some rubbing particularly along the perimeter of the work. Under close inspection, there is evidence of stray medium and a few areas of pinpoint loss to the pigment. 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

Arman Untitled signed on the overlap acrylic and paint brush accumulation on canvas 81 by 97 1/2 in. 205.7 by 247.7 cm. Executed in 1987, this work is unique and is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives New York under number: APA# 8010.87.026. Provenance Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist) Private Collection, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner in May 1992 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is mounted to panel and unlined. The collaged paintbrush elements are stable and well intact. The canvas is slightly buckling as a result of the collaged paintbrush elements. The surface texture irregularities are consistent with the artist's choice of medium and working method. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges and corners. Under close inspection, there is evidence of surface soiling, minor scuffs and some rubbing particularly along the perimeter of the work. Under close inspection, there is evidence of stray medium and a few areas of pinpoint loss to the pigment. 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.