Lot 200
  • 200

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pierre-Auguste Renoir
  • Citron et tasse bleue - fragment
  • signed Renoir (upper left) and signed with the initial R (lower right)
  • oil on canvas
  • 15.3 by 36.3cm., 6 by 14 1/4 in.

Provenance

O'Hana Gallery, London
Sale: Galerie Motte, Geneva, 15th November 1968, lot 24
Purchased at the above sale by the family of the present owners

Condition

The canvas is lined. There do not appear to be any signs of retouching visible under UV light. There are fine lines of paint shrinkage and craquelure in places predominantly along the upper edge. There is mounting tape visible along the upper edge. This work is in overall good 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."