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Provenance

Marisa del Re Gallery, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition This work is in fair condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is evidence of craquelure to the pigment throughout. Under close inspection, there is evidence of wear and handling to the corners and turning edges with some minor associated pinpoint losses to the pigment. There is an abrasion to the canvas in the lower center with associated losses to the pigment. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there are a few scattered, small areas which fluoresce darkly and appear to be the result of restoration. 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

Conrad Marca-Relli Untitled signed oil on canvas 13 1/2 by 11 5/8 in. 34.3 by 29.5 cm. Executed circa 1948, this work is registered with the Archivio Marca-Relli, Parma, as archive number MARE-6070 / © Archivio Marca-Relli, Parma Provenance Marisa del Re Gallery, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition This work is in fair condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is evidence of craquelure to the pigment throughout. Under close inspection, there is evidence of wear and handling to the corners and turning edges with some minor associated pinpoint losses to the pigment. There is an abrasion to the canvas in the lower center with associated losses to the pigment. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there are a few scattered, small areas which fluoresce darkly and appear to be the result of restoration. 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.