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Lot Essay
[My] work has evolved according to a process I didn't exactly plan. I come across a concept, symbol, artwork, music or philosophy that strikes a chord. From there I choose a way to incorporate this into my practice, and thus my life. I surround myself with representations or reproductions of these ideas and works, which are the motors. They give off energy. This drives me to familiarize myself with them inside and out, and this is the fuel.' (S. Sweeney, quoted in J. Harris, 'The Pains of Being Spencer Sweeney', in Art in America, January 13th, 2010).
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Condition report
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The canvas, stretcher and attachments appear to be in generally good condition. There is one pinpoint loss to a small impasto peak in the white passage in the left centre. When examined under ultra-violet light, there is no indication of inpainting. It is our view that the work appears to be in generally very good condition.
The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.