Condition Report

LOT #119

International Graphics

Paul Gauguin
1848 - 1903
French


Maruru
woodcut on paper 1893
signed Pola Gauguin imp, titled in the plate, inscribed "Paul Gauguin fecit" and numbered 57
7 7/8 x 14 in 20.3 x 35.6 cm


Overall Condition of Work
 •  Overall, this work is in good condition

Methods of Inspection
 •  This work was inspected out of the frame
 •  This work was inspected under magnification

Paper Support
 •  Very minor Discolouration from exposure to light present Throughout
 •  Very minor Staining present Throughout
 •  Minor Staining present At the perimeter of the work

Framing and Mounting
 •  Minor Non-archival glue residue from previous framing present Along the upper edge
 •  Very minor Non-archival glue residue from previous framing present At the edges of the work on verso
 •  This work is framed with an archival mat
 •  This work is archivally hinged
 •  This work is framed with archival glass

Previous Conservation/Restoration - Paperworks
 •  Infilling of paper losses present Along the upper edge

Notes on Material


Comments on Condition
The paper infills noted have been professionally done. A further infill is present in the upper left quadrant when held to light There are two tiny pin holes visible when held to light near the centre of the work
Prepared by:  Douglas Watt
Report date:  Wednesday, Sep 18, 2019


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