Lot 253
- 253
René Portocarrero (1912-1986)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- René Portocarrero
- Mujer en Azul
- signed and dated 58 lower left
- 22 1/8 by 8 7/8 in.
- (56.1 by 22.5 cm)
oil and gouache on heavy paper
Provenance
Galería Calle 23, Havana
Private Collection, Caracas (acq💯uired from the above, 1958)
Exhibited
Caracas, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, Exposición de Precursores de la Modernidad en América, 1910-1945, 1986, n.n.
Condition
The artwork is in good condition. In time, some areas may see flaking return as the medium continues to expand and contract. The paper support has some skinning on the verso but is in good condition.
(This condition report was provided courtesy of Mary Kearns Paper Conservation.)
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.
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.