Esther Mahlangu | Male Torso
Provenance : [Propriété non datée]
- Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner
Exhibited : Cape Town, UCT Irma Stern Museum, Esther Mahlangu 80, 2015, illustrated in the catalogue p. 40
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Condition_report : There are various minor surface marks, most notable within the white section on the back of the figure's neck. There are areas of surface loss and clear residue to the lower left hand shoulder blade. There are various minor surface scratches throughout the work. There is what appears to be a human hair on the top of the figure's buttocks, stuck down by paint. There are areas of minor paint cracking to the white areas within the figure's lower half and to the last white band before the figure's buttocks. Otherwise, the work appears to be in good condition."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."
