- 195
Marcel Dyf 1899-1985
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Marcel Dyf
- A Gypsy Boy Playing a Guitar
- signed Dyf (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 28 3/4 by 23 1/2 in.
- 73 by 60 cm.
- painted in 1950
Condition
generally good visual condition, canvas lined, a few tiny flakes to right of right ear in sky, under UV light a few small areas of inpainting under horizon line and also in sky
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
This work was painted in a gypsy encampment above Cannes, and is is recorded as no. 4404 in the Dyf archives, according to Madame Claudine Dyf, who has kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work.