Lot 412
  • 412

Françoise Gilot

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Françoise Gilot
  • Paloma pensive
  • Signed F. Gilot. (lower right); dated 1959 (on the verso)
  • Gouache on paper
  • 22 1/2 by 15 in.
  • 57.1 by 38.1 cm

Provenance

Willavene Morris, Philadelphia
Thence by descent

Condition

This work is in very good condition. Executed on cream wove paper which has not been laid down. The pigments are fresh and strong. The top and bottom edges of the sheet are deckled. There is some skinning to the lower right quadrant which does not detract from the overall appearance of the work. There is some very minor matte burn to the top and bottom edges of the sheet.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.