Lot 383
  • 383

Paul Gauguin

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Paul Gauguin
  • Femme someillant
  • Black chalk on paper
  • 10 5/8 by 8 1/4  in.
  • 27 by 21 cm

Provenance

The Carter Gallery, Los Angeles
Harriet & Jackson Stein, Los Angeles (and sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 4, 2011, lot 225)
Acquired at the above sale

Condition

The sheet is not laid down and is hinged to the mount at top two corners. The sheet is time-stained overall. Stains from previous mat are visible at four edges; there are scattered dots of foxing and some scattered staining mostly at upper left and lower right corners. Old tape residue is visible on left, right and top edges on verso. The work is in 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.
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