Lot 151
  • 151

François Gall, 1912-1987

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • François Gall
  • LE PONT DES ARTS
  • indistinctly signed
  • oil on board
  • 19.3 by 24.7cm.; 7 5/8 by 9 5/8 in.

Condition

The paint surface is slightly dirty and there is some ingrained dirt. The grain of the board is visible through the paint creating a 'paved' effect. Ultraviolet light reveals significant retouching and infilling to old craquelure, particularly in the upper half of the work.
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