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Hugo Boettinger
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- Hugo Boettinger
- Two Nude Studies of Milča Mayerová (Studie aktu Milči Mayerové)
- (i) signed with initials, dated 25.IV.1926, and inscribed in Czech lower right
(ii) signed with initials and dated 2.IV.1925 lower right - each: pencil on paper
- (i) 44 by 30cm., 17¼ by 11¾in.; (ii) 35 by 21.5cm., 13¾ by 8½in. (2)
Provenance
Eva Matějková-Willenbrinková
A gift from the above in 1998
A gift from the above in 1998
Exhibited
Houston, Cullen Collection, 2011, no. 17 & 18, illustrated in the catalogue
Condition
Each framed and glazed, a mat covering the edge. Overall the works are in good condition.
(I) The sheet is not laid down but held between the glazing and the backboard. Apart from tiny spots of foxing primarily in the lower third, this work is in good overall condition.
(ii) The sheet does not appear to be fully laid down but attached at intervals along the edges to the backboard. There are some scattered old creases, and spots probably relating to former adhesive residue.
"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
Hugo Boettinger was the uncle of the dancer Milča Mayerová, who modelled for Nezval's Abeceda (see following lot).