Lot 171
- 171
Miguel Covarrubias (1904 - 1957)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Miguel Covarrubias
- Animals of the Americas
- signed on the reverse
- gouache, watercolor and graphite on heavy paper
- 14 1/4 by 21 1/8 in.
- 36.2 by 54.2 cm
Provenance
Nettie King, New York
Mary-Anne Martin/Fine Art, New York
Private Collection, San Francisco
Mary-Anne Martin/Fine Art, New York
Private Collection, San Francisco
Literature
Ivan T. Anderson, John and Juan in the Jungle, New York, 1953, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in generally good condition overall. The paper is hinged to the mat along the top edge. Old adhesive remnants and tape marks are present along the extreme edges of the paper. Two water stains are visible in the upper quadrants of the paper: the first is visible surrounding the compass in the upper center; the second extends from the tail of the shark and into the upper right corner. Four light gray dots, potentially not inherent to the work, are present to the left of the walrus. Overall, the medium is stable and the colors are vibrant.
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.