Our Premier Autumn Auction | Session I | October 21, 2025
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 183
Wifredo Oscar de la Concepcion Lam
Estimate: $80,000 - $120,000
Sold for
$180,000
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(Cuban, 1902-1982)
Untitled, 1947, signed and dated lower center "Wifredo Lam/1947", also signed lower right "Lam", also signed verso "Wifredo Lam/1947", oil on burlap, 25-3/4 x 32 in.; unframed
Provenance: Michael L. Laughlin Estate, Aiken, South Carolina
Note: After reviewing high-resolution photographs and accompanying documentation, Eskil Lam has issued a provisional statement affirming the authenticity of the painting, pending an in-person evaluation, which will include a technical analysis. Eskil Lam notes: “Painting under certification. A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be issued upon direct visual inspection by Eskil Lam.” The successful bidder will have forty-five (45) days from the date of purchase to arrange for an in-person inspection by Eskil Lam in France. The successful bidder will be fully responsible for all arrangements and expenses, including transport of the painting to and from France for review. Should Eskil Lam determine upon inspection that the painting is not authentic, the purchase price will be refunded in full to the successful bidder.
Note: A type written and signed letter from Wifredo Lam himself accompanies this lot and is addressed to Mr. Thomas I. Laughlin, an artist and companion of other well known artists like Roberto Montenegro, Miguel Covarrubias, Fernand Leger, and Jean Lurcat. The letter from Wifredo Lam is dated the same year as an accompanying Kodak polaroid of the painting, 1964, both from the estate of Mr. Michael L. Laughlin, the son of Mr. Thomas I. Laughlin. Also accompanying this lot from the estate of Mr. Michael L. Laughlin is a gallery invitation typed in French, translated it reads "You are requested to honor with your presence the opening of the exhibition of recent paintings by Wifredo Lam which will take place at the Maeght Gallery on Friday February 27, 1953, at 4 p.m. 13 Rue De Teheran, Paris VIII."
To learn more about Thomas I. Laughlin, his influence, and art connections, please visit this link: https://brunkauctions.com/from-steel-to-studio-the-life-and-art-of-thomas-laughlin/
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Michael L. Laughlin Estate, Aiken, South Carolina
original condition and tacking edge, slightly slack burlap, expected wear and abrasions along edges Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
