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Matta (1912-2002)
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Matta
- Untitled
- signed lower left
- oil on canvas
- 32 1/8 by 39 3/8 in.
- 82 by 100 cm
- Painted circa 1957.
Provenance
Galleria Schneider, Rome
Alexander E. Engelman, Los Angeles (acquired from the above, August 1959)
Lenore Krems, Los Angeles
Thence by descent to the present owner
Alexander E. Engelman, Los Angeles (acquired from the above, August 1959)
Lenore Krems, Los Angeles
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
This work is ready to hang. This canvas is unlined and well-stretched. The paint layer is stable overall. Under ultraviolet inspection, some fluorescing occurs; however, this is inherent to the media selected by the artist.
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.