Le Photographe
Provenance : Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 1986
Condition_report : Original canvas, please note that this work is executed on Matadi flour bags. Please note that there is a vertical seam running the length of the canvas within the right hand side of the work where the canvas is joined. Please note that there is masking tape lining all four edges of the canvas There appears to be extensive cracking throughout the surface of the work, these cracks have lead to the surface of the work appearing destabilized in places and there is risk of further flaking/loss. Please also note that there are areas of minor to moderate surface loss throughout. This loss is particularly concentrated within the extremities of the work. Please note that the corners of the work also exhibit wear and associated loss. There appears to be some irregular folds in the canvas as well as fraying of the canvas within the upper right hand corner of the work. There are stretcher marks along all four edges of the work. Light stretcher bar marks visible on the recto of the work. There is also some minor flaking to the varnish throughout. UV Light Report: Inspection under the UV light shows no signs of restoration or repair. Frame: Please note that this work is stretched, and unframed. Further enquiries: Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6323 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.
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.
