GRAHAM SUTHERLAND | COMPLEX OF A ROCK (STUDY)
GRAHAM SUTHERLAND
1903-1980
COMPLEX OF A ROCK (STUDY)
dated 8.5 75; stamped with Artist's initials on overlap of sheet
pencil, watercolour and gouache on paper
image: 47.5 by 38.5cm.; 18¾ by 15¼in.
Condition Report:
The sheet has been folded at its lower and right edges. The sheet undulates very slightly in keeping with the Artist's materials and working methods. There are a few small nicks to the extreme edges of the sheet. There are the remnants of an old adhesive tape at the lower edge. There are a number of scratches and punctures to the sheet, most probably from where the Artist has worked the sheet. Most notably, there is is one crescent shaped scratch, which intermittently extends all the way through the sheet, in in the upper left quadrant. There are further scratches and scuffs where the Artist has worked the sheet. There are also some further creases and scuffs elsewhere. In the lower left quadrant there are a small grouping of raised areas to the sheet where the paint surface has been slightly rubbed. This excepting the work appears to be in good overall condition.
The sheet is window mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
Provenance:
Galleria Ruggerini & Zonca, Milan, where acquired by the present owner
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GRAHAM SUTHERLAND
1903-1980
COMPLEX OF A ROCK (STUDY)
dated 8.5 75; stamped with Artist's initials on overlap of sheet
pencil, watercolour and gouache on paper
image: 47.5 by 38.5cm.; 18¾ by 15¼in.
Condition Report:
The sheet has been folded at its lower and right edges. The sheet undulates very slightly in keeping with the Artist's materials and working methods. There are a few small nicks to the extreme edges of the sheet. There are the remnants of an old adhesive tape at the lower edge. There are a number of scratches and punctures to the sheet, most probably from where the Artist has worked the sheet. Most notably, there is is one crescent shaped scratch, which intermittently extends all the way through the sheet, in in the upper left quadrant. There are further scratches and scuffs where the Artist has worked the sheet. There are also some further creases and scuffs elsewhere. In the lower left quadrant there are a small grouping of raised areas to the sheet where the paint surface has been slightly rubbed. This excepting the work appears to be in good overall condition.
The sheet is window mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
Provenance:
Galleria Ruggerini & Zonca, Milan, where acquired by the present owner
% from the market value
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