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Jean Cocteau 1889-1963
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Cocteau
- Orphée à Lyre
- signed Jean Cocteau with star (center left), dated 1961 (lower right), and inscribed Salut et hommage à Eberhard Hansstaengl (upper center)
- black marker and pastels on paper
- sheet: 10 7/8 by 8 1/4 in.
- 27.7 by 21 cm.
Condition
generally good condition, shett lightly toned, particularly around edges, minor spots under upper edge
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 will be accompanied by a photocertificate from Madame Annie Guédras dated May 19, 2007.