Lot 67
  • 67

Henri Matisse

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

  • Henri Matisse
  • Nu
  • Signed Henri Matisse (lower right); inscribed with the number 4 (possibly in another hand, verso)
  • Pencil on paper
  • 10 by 13 1/8 in.
  • 25.4 by 33.4 cm

Provenance

Galerie Berggruen, Paris
Private collection
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, November 6, 2003, lot 270A
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The medium is pencil on paper. The sheet is hinged to the mat backing at two points along the top edge verso. The work is in good overall condition. All four edges are lined with old paper tape verso. There are a few minor nicks along the extreme left edge, not visible in the current matting. There is minor mat stain in all four margins. There are some tiny scattered specks of foxing. The right edge is slightly uneven. There work presents well.
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.