Hussein Shariffe | Birth And Death Of The Stars
Procedencia : [Propriété non datée]
- Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner
Condition_report : Original canvas. Unlined. Appears to be sound. Some fraying to the edges of the canvas. Wooden strips, which have been adhered to the sides of the canvas, are broken in places and are beginning to lift in various areas. Upon close inspection, there are minor stretcher marks visible along all four edges of the canvas, particularly along the upper edge. There is minor wear and associated minor surface loss visible to all four corners of the work.Upon close inspection, there are minor surface cracks throughout the surface of the work, particularly within the upper left hand quadrant. There also appears to be several minor scratches to the paint surface throughout, particularly within the lower left hand quadrant. UV Light Report: Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals some uneven fluorescence due to what appears to be some kind of residue but no visible signs of restoration or repair. Framing: This work is unframed but stretched. Wooden strips adhered to sides of the canvas. Further enquiries: Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 5463 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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.
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