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Kahlil Gibran
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Kahlil Gibran
- Study of a Man's Head
- signed K.G
- graphite on paper
- 30.7 by 24cm.; 12 1/8 by 9 1/2 in.
- Executed circa 1920.
Provenance
Collection of Mrs. Marie El Khoury, New York City
Collection of Nesib Traboulsi, Brooklyn
Thence by Descent
Collection of Nesib Traboulsi, Brooklyn
Thence by Descent
Exhibited
New York City, Vrej Baghoomian Gallery, Khalil Gibran; Paintings and Drawings 1905 - 1930, 1989
Literature
Exhibition Catalogue, New York City, Vrej Baghoomian Gallery, Khalil Gibran; Paintings and Drawings 1905 - 1930, 1989, no.33, illustrated
Condition
Condition: This work is in good condition. There is minor discolouration overall. There is a small 0.5cm. tear on the extreme centre right edge. There is no restoration apparent when viewed under the UV light.
Colour: This catalogue illustration is accurate, but there is less contrast overall in the original work.
"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."