Ben Enwonwu | Obitun Dancer
Provenance : Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner
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Condition_report : Please note that his work is stretched and framed. The work has not been examined outside of its frame. The work exhibits surface marks throughout as well as marks to the front and back of the canvas indicating that the work has been exposed to moisture. Upon close inspection, there appears to be very minor cracking to the paint surface throughout as well as areas of minor surface loss. There is cluster of surface loss visible in the top left-hand quadrant of the work, as is visible in the catalogue illustration. There is a further area of abrasive loss to the top right hand corner of the work where the canvas is now visible through the paint. There are six pinholes visible within the work: one to the upper right hand corner, four along the left hand framing edge and one to the lower right hand corner of the work. The canvas is slightly loose and there is an indent to the reverse of the canvas, below the figures head. Upon close inspection there are old canvas fold lines running parallel to the upper, left and lower framing edges. Inspection under UV light shows no signs of restoration or repair. "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."
