SAM FRANCIS | THE COLDEST STONE; HAPPY DEATH STONE; AND HAPPY DEATH PRINTS (L. L15, L10, L9)
Property from a Distinguished Japanese Museum Collection
SAM FRANCIS
1923 - 1994
THE COLDEST STONE; HAPPY DEATH STONE; AND HAPPY DEATH PRINTS (L. L15, L10, L9)
Three lithographs printed in colours, 1960, each signed in pencil, numbered 39/65, 55/90, and 39/70 respectively, on BFK Rives wove paper, each framed
each sheet: 630 by 905mm 25 by 35½in
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Condition Report:
The full sheets, each in good condition apart from slight paper discoloration, hinged tightly to backboard, framed. *(Verso unexamined).
"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."
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Property from a Distinguished Japanese Museum Collection
SAM FRANCIS
1923 - 1994
THE COLDEST STONE; HAPPY DEATH STONE; AND HAPPY DEATH PRINTS (L. L15, L10, L9)
Three lithographs printed in colours, 1960, each signed in pencil, numbered 39/65, 55/90, and 39/70 respectively, on BFK Rives wove paper, each framed
each sheet: 630 by 905mm 25 by 35½in
(3)
Condition Report:
The full sheets, each in good condition apart from slight paper discoloration, hinged tightly to backboard, framed. *(Verso unexamined).
"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."