Condition Report

LOT #603

Abstraction

Donald M. Flather
FCA
1903 - 1990
Canadian


Abstract A
oil on board
on verso signed, titled and inscribed "STAINED GLASS Pattern"
36 x 24 in 91.4 x 61 cm


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

Surface Condition
 •  Minor Surface dust or grime present Overall
 •  Discolouration of the varnish layer present In small localized areas

Paint Layers
 •  Very minor Stable cracking present In the upper right quadrant

Previous Conservation/Restoration
 •  Very minor Retouching visible under ultraviolet light In the corners

Methods of Inspection
 •  This work was inspected under ultraviolet light
 •  This work was not inspected out of the frame
 •  This work was not inspected under magnification

Notes on Material


Comments on Condition
The panel is held to the frame with glue around the perimeter on verso, and has come detatched from the frame in areas. This work has a layer of gloss varnish which is uneven in areas and discoloured in a few very minor areas near the edges.
Prepared by:  Deirdre Hofer
Report date:  Friday, Jun 05, 2020


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