Lot 175
- 175
Frank Auerbach
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Frank Auerbach
- To the Studios
- crayon, felt-tip pen and gouache
- 21 by 24.5cm.; 8¼ by 9¾in.
- Executed in 1982.
Provenance
Marlborough Fine Art, London
Anne Berthoud Gallery, London, where acquired by the present owners, April 1983
Anne Berthoud Gallery, London, where acquired by the present owners, April 1983
Exhibited
London, Anne Berthoud Gallery, Frank Auerbach, Works on Paper, 13th January - 11th February 1983, un-numbered exhibition.
Condition
Not viewed out of the frame. The sheet appears to be partially laid down onto backing card. The sheet appears sound. There are several pinholes apparent around the edges of the work, with associated impressions of the pin head around these holes in places, thought to be inkeeping with the artist's working method. There is a small tear, crease and area of rubbing to the sheet in the upper right corner, inkeeping with the artist's working method. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in excellent overall condition.
The work is float mounted in a simple wooden frame, held under glass.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."