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Henri Matisse 1869-1954
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Matisse
- NU COUCHE A LA COUPE DE FRUITS (D. 475)
- Image: 438 by 543mm; 17ΒΌ by 21 3/8 in
- Sheet: 457 by 558mm; 18 by 22in
Lithograph, 1926, signed in pencil, numbered 9/10 (an artist's proof aside from the edtion of 50), on japan paper, the full sheet printed to the edges, in good condition apart from some pale discoloration, some short creases to the upper edge, a light vertical crease along the left edge and some further soft creases, rubbing and slight discoloration to extreme edges associated with previous hinging, remains of old hinging tape along upper edge verso
Condition
As catalogued. The mentioned discoloration to the margins predominately to upper edge with two light spots of staining along the lower edge. The mentioned creasing mostly visible along upper edge. Some light creasing also to the tips of corners, a loose paper fibre to the centre of the composition
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."