Lot 216
- 216
Julio Galán (1958-2006)
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Julio Galán
- Arlequín
- signed lower right
- 63 3/4 by 47 in.
- (162 by 119.3 cm)
- Painted in 1980.
oil on canvas with wood
Provenance
Riva Yares Gallery, Santa Fe
Sale: Christie's, New York, The Latin American Sale: Important Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture, May 28, 1998, lot 65, illustrated in color
Condition
There is craquelure along the edges at the top of the work where the frame curves in. There is also craquelure scattered along the right edge. Under ultraviolet light there are two areas of inpainting, measuring 1 in. and ¼ in. at the top of the figure's head. There are several areas that fluoresce under ultraviolet light along the edges of the figure but this is most likely due to the white pigment used by the artist. Overall in good condition.
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.
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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.