Lot 371: MALCOLM HUGHES | Chromatic Study A

pencil and oil on board

23 by 19cm.; 9 by 7½in.

pencil and oil on board

Not viewed out of the frame. The board appears sound. There are a few extremely light scuffs in one or two places, most apparent in the lower left quadrant. There is some very light surface dirt in places across the work. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in very good overall condition. Ultraviolet light reveals no obvious signs of fluorescence or retouching. The work is float mounted in a square-profile painted wooden frame, held under glass. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 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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London, Portland Gallery, British Abstract Art 1950 - 1985, 10th - 31st October 2008, cat. no.33.

Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Arthur Andersen & Co. Art Collection, by whom acquired in 1987
Deloitte Art Collection, by whom acquired from the above in 2002 
Their sale, Lyon & Turnbull, London, 10th January 2008, lot 189, where acquired by the present owner