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Larry Rivers
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Larry Rivers
- Four and a Half Figures, Peacock and Seal
- signed and dated '97
- acrylic and oilstick on canvas with adhesive tape
- 59 by 71 in. 149.9 by 180.3 cm.
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is extensive hairline cracking, particularly near the canvas edges, with some minor associated pigment losses. Some of the edges of the collaged adhesive tape are lifting slightly. There are a few areas of pin point punctures in the canvas caused from staples, likely due to the artists working method. Unframed.
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.