Lot 85
- 85
León Ferrari (b. 1920)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- León Ferrari
- Two Works: Malador de la tierra Gessell and Valeria
- signed, titled and dated 3/1/03 on the reverse (Valeria)
- ink on paper
- each: 11 1/4 by 8 1/4 in.
- 28.5 by 21 cm
- Executed in 2002. (Malador de la tierra Gessell)
Provenance
Galería Ruth Benzacar, Buenos Aires
Sicardi Gallery, Houston
Sicardi Gallery, Houston
Condition
Malador de la Tierra: This work has been examined under glass. The paper is hinged to the mat by the top two corners. A brown circular stain is present in the upper left quadrant approximately three-inches from the top edge, specifically located over the word “el”. This work is in overall very good condition.
Malador de la tierra Gessell: This work has been examined under glass. The paper is hinged to the mat by the top two corners. A water stain is present in the lower right quadrant, approximately six-inches from the bottom edge. Overall, this work is in very 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.