$6,875
Pakhal Tirumal Reddy (Indian, 1915-1996) Queen at Rest Signed and dated "P. T. Reddy/1955" l.r., titled, signed, dated, and inscribed with the artist's address in India "QEEN [sic] AT REST/P.T. Reddy..." on the reverse. Oil on paper mounted to Masonite, 33 x 40 in. (84.0 x 102.0 cm), framed. Condition: Minor surface imperfections that seem inherent to the work including scattered very fine white dots of pigment, small surface losses at center top and bottom edges, and a small hole at the figure's knee at c.r. edge; some minor rippling to u.l. quadrant above the heads of the figures, holes drilled along the top edge which are mostly hidden under the rabbet of the frame, varnish inconsistencies and discoloration. Estimate $3,000-5,000 Framed dimensions are 34 x 41 in. The various small surface losses seem to be original to the work and the pigment there which shows the texture of the Masonite support underneath does not fluoresce. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-09-25