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RENÉ MAGRITTE | Esquisse de théâtre
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description
- René Magritte
- Esquisse de théâtre
- pencil on paper
- 15,2 x 19,6 cm; 6 x 11 5/8 in. (visible dimensions)
- Executed in 1946 (probably).
Provenance
Julian Barran, London
Private collection (acquired from the above)
Sale: Sotheby's, Olympia, March 20, 2002, lot 180
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt
Private collection (acquired from the above)
Sale: Sotheby's, Olympia, March 20, 2002, lot 180
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, affixed to card along the extreme edges and hinged to the mount in two points along the right edge. The sheet is light stained with a few scattered small dots of foxing. There is a faint handling mark towards the centre of the upper edge. This work is in overall evry 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. 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."
Catalogue Note
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Comité Magritte.