Lot 474
  • 474

Bernard Buffet

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • Bernard Buffet
  • Nature morte aux trois as
  • signed Bernard Buffet (upper right) and dated 1982 (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 65 by 81cm., 25 1/2 by 31 7/8 in.

Provenance

Sale: Millon & Cornette de Saint Cyr, Paris, 28th March 2010, lot 39
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The canvas is not lined and there are no signs of retouching visible under UV light. There are artist's pin holes to each corner. There is some minor frame rubbing to the edges. There is some minor paint shrinkage predominantly to the black pigment. There appears to be a layer of discoloured varnish. 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."