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Alex Katz
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Alex Katz
- Orange Hat 2
- signed on the reverse
- oil on Masonite
- 11 3/4 by 16 in. 29.8 by 40.6 cm.
- Executed in 1973.
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, New York
Hokin Gallery, Chicago
Thence by descent to the present owner
Hokin Gallery, Chicago
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of some minor, pinpoint scattered surface accretions and light surface soiling. There is some minor wear with some associated pinpoint losses to the pigment along the perimeter of the work. Upon close inspection, there is a repaired hairline crack noted in the upper left corner with some minor evidence of associated adhesive residue. There are a few areas of stabile hairline craquelure to the pigment. Under raking light, there are some minor hairline scratches to the surface. There is some minor discoloration to the reverse of the panel. Under Ultraviolet inspection, there is no evidence of inpainting however the aforementioned adhesive of the repair lightly fluoresces. Framed.
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.