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Mané-Katz 1894-1962
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Description
- Mané-Katz
- Unrolling the Torah
- signed Mané-Katz and dated 38 (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 76 1/2 by 51 1/2 in.
- 194.3 by 130.8 cm.
Provenance
René Lavigne, Geneva
Private Collection, New York
Private Collection, New York
Literature
Robert S. Aries, Mané-Katz, The Complete Works, Volume I, London 1970, no. 122, p. 39, illustrated
Condition
Canvas is lined. Not yet examined under UV, but there appears to be in-paint on areas of paint loss in background by figure's head and shoulders on the right and stabilized cracquleure by figure's head and shoulders on the left.
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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.