SHAKIR HASSAN AL-SAID | CORPSE AND TWO BIRDS

Property from a Distinguished Private Collection
SHAKIR HASSAN AL-SAID
1925-2004
Iraqi
CORPSE AND TWO BIRDS

signed and dated '53 in Arabic; signed and titled on the reverse
oil on panel
50 by 76cm.; 19¾ by 30in.

Condition Report:
Condition:
The work is in good condition. There is slight wear along the top and bottom edges to age and the artist's choice of medium. There are small holes from former frame mounting which are filled and repainted. There is restoration apparent when viewed under the UV light, almost exclusive to the outer edges with few small pints on centre left.

Colour:
The catalogue illustration is accurate; although there is more texture and depth to the original 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:
Estate of the artist

Private Collection (acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2007)