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Alfred Courmes
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- Alfred Courmes
- La Chute d'Icare, 1963
- huile sur toile
- Signée A. Courmes en bas à droite, signée Alfred Courmes, titrée La Chute d'Icare et daté 1963 au dos
- 32,9 x 54,6 cm ; 13 x 21 1/2 in.
Huile sur toile
Signée en bas à droite, titrée et datée au dos
Signée en bas à droite, titrée et datée au dos
Provenance
Maurice Rapin, Paris, acquis avant 1963, probablement de l'artiste
Monique Rapin, Paris, par descendance du précédent
Acquis auprès du précédent en mai 2007
Monique Rapin, Paris, par descendance du précédent
Acquis auprès du précédent en mai 2007
Condition
The canvas is not lined. Close inspection reveals some minor frame abrasion and a few scattered fly spots. There is no evidence of retouching under UV light. This work is in excellent original condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Un certificat de la belle-fille d'Alfred Courmes sera remis à l'acquéreur.
'La Chute d'Icare', an oil on canvas by Alfred Courmes, 1963. Signed, titled and dated
'La Chute d'Icare', an oil on canvas by Alfred Courmes, 1963. Signed, titled and dated
This lot is sold with a certificate from the widow of the artist's son