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Simon Hantaï
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 EUR
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Description
- Simon Hantaï
- Untitled
- signed and dated 55
- oil on canvas
- 154 x 215 cm; 60 5/8 x 84 5/8 in.
- Executed in 1955.
Provenance
Galerie Jean Fournier, Paris
Acquired from the above by the current owner in 1958
Acquired from the above by the current owner in 1958
Condition
The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the overall tonality is slightly deeper in the original work.
The work is executed on its original canvas and is not relined.
The stretcher is uneven, especially visible on the lower edge.
There are drying cracks scattered throughout the surface, and one scratch mark located along the upper edge, on the right quadrant.
Under Ultra Violet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration.
"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."