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Provenance

Gift of the artist to the present owner in April 1978 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Under close inspection, there is evidence of minor wear and handling to the edges and corners resulting in a few, pinpoint losses to the pigment along the perimeter. There is evidence of a few, minor unobtrusive surface accretions. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed in artist's chosen frame. 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

John Wesley Untitled signed and dated 1971 on the reverse acrylic on canvas, in artist's frame 5 3/8 by 38 1/8 in. 13.7 by 96.8 cm. Provenance Gift of the artist to the present owner in April 1978 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Under close inspection, there is evidence of minor wear and handling to the edges and corners resulting in a few, pinpoint losses to the pigment along the perimeter. There is evidence of a few, minor unobtrusive surface accretions. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed in artist's chosen frame. 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.