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Provenance

Private Collection, Sweden (acquired directly from the artist) Arij Gasiunasen Fine Art, Palm Beach Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1995 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. All impasto peaks appear to be secure and intact, and the surface texture is inherent to the artist's working method. Each edge is lined with artist's tape, which is peeling back away from the canvas and rippled throughout. Under very close inspection, there is occasional hairline cracking where the canvas is stretched over the stretcher bars. 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

Sandro Chia Untitled signed; signed and dated 1982 on the reverse oil on canvas 46 x 48 in.; 116.8 x 121.9 cm Provenance Private Collection, Sweden (acquired directly from the artist) Arij Gasiunasen Fine Art, Palm Beach Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1995 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. All impasto peaks appear to be secure and intact, and the surface texture is inherent to the artist's working method. Each edge is lined with artist's tape, which is peeling back away from the canvas and rippled throughout. Under very close inspection, there is occasional hairline cracking where the canvas is stretched over the stretcher bars. 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.