The artist; Private collection, San Mateo, California, acquired in the early 1990s; By descent to the present owner.

David James Gilhooly (1943-2013) Mona Lisa Art Cheese, 1983 Glazed ceramic with wax 24 x 26 x 6 inches (61.0 x 66.0 x 15.2 cm) Signed and dated on underside: Gilhooly / 83 PROVENANCE: The artist; Private collection, San Mateo, California, acquired in the early 1990s; By descent to the present owner. HID12401132022 © 2026 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Some soiling in wax layer inherent to artist's process. Small scratches and scuffs in wax layer, primarily visible under raking light. Three horizontal incisions along left edge. Small scattered firing cracks with one notable firing crack visible to interior, not visible exterior. Minor losses to exposed ceramic and transfer of black pigment underside, likely due to base. Rests on 2" tall wood base.