LOT DETAILS
Materials:
Oil on canvas
Size Notes:
10 by 12 in.
Markings:
Signed Morandi (lower right)
Condition:
The work is in excellent condition. The canvas is unlined. There is a minor loss to the pigment in the upper left corner. Under UV light, no inpainting is apparent. 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.
Exhibited:
Caracas, Fundación Mendoza, ; Omaggio a Giorgio Morandi, 1965, no. 26, illustrated in the catalogue;
Caracas, Fundación Mendoza, ; Giorgio Morandi, Un Homenaje, 1986, no. 29;
Caracas, Fundación Mendoza, ; Homenaje a José Luis Plaza, 1991, no. 23
Literature:
Lamberto Vitali, ; Morandi Dipinti, Catalogo generale, 1948/64, vol. II, 1977, Milan, no. 1259, illustrated n.p.
Provenance:
José Luis & Beatriz Plaza, Caracas (acquired from the artist in 1963 and sold: Sotheby's, London, December 9, 1997, lot 325); <br>Private Collection, United States (acquired at the above sale and sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 4, 2005, lot 248); <br>Acquired at the above sale by the present owner