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Provenance

Pat Hearn, New York Vrej Baghoomian, New York Sotheby's, London, 13 February 2014, Lot 337 Acquired from the above sale by the present owner Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Under close inspection, there is evidence of light wear and handling to the corners and edges of the canvas with a few very minor associated surface abrasions and a few pinpoint losses to the pigment, particularly at the top left corner of the canvas. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, 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

George Condo Abstract oil on canvas 36 1/8 by 29 7/8 in. 91.8 by 75.9 cm. Executed in 1983. Provenance Pat Hearn, New York Vrej Baghoomian, New York Sotheby's, London, 13 February 2014, Lot 337 Acquired from the above sale by the present owner Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Under close inspection, there is evidence of light wear and handling to the corners and edges of the canvas with a few very minor associated surface abrasions and a few pinpoint losses to the pigment, particularly at the top left corner of the canvas. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, 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.