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Henri Matisse
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Matisse
- La belle Tahitienne (D. 717)
- 280 by 197 mm 11 by 7 3/4 in
- Sheet 607 by 404 mm 23 7/8 by 15 7/8 in
Linoleum cut printed in black, 1938, signed in pencil and numbered 2/45
Condition
In good condition, with a touched-in slight abrasion to the sufrace on the figure's cheek, another slight abrasion in the lower right corner of the image, minor light-stain in the margin just below the image, slight discoloration of the upper sheet edge, with a long vertical crease running through the lower portion of the image and margin, minor rippling and creases on the bottom edge and corners and on the right sheet edge, stains remaining from old hinges in the upper corners verso.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
On wove paper, with full margins (very large)