Lot 141
  • 141

Marc Chagall

Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
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Description

  • Marc Chagall
  • LA SEINE À VILLENNES
  • signed Marc Chagall and dated 949 (lower right)
  • charcoal and pencil on paper
  • 48 by 62.5cm., 18 7/8 by 24 1/2 in.

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, attached to the mount in all four corners. There are two artist's pinholes to the top two corners. There is tape running along the top edge of the reverse, due to previous mounting. There is a 3cm. flattened crease across the lower right corner, a 5cm. crease to the centre right edge and a 3cm. tear to the lower right edge. Apart from some light handling creases to all four edges and some light handling marks to the left and right edges, this work is in 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.
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