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Henri Matisse
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- Trois Têtes: One Plate (Duthuit 826)
- sheet 647 by 497 mm 25 1/2 by 19 1/2 in
Aquatint, 1951-52, a proof aside from the numbered edition of 15, on BFK Rives wove paper, with full margins, in good condition except the lower right sheet corner reattached, vertical creases at the upper left and right extreme sheet edges, slight skinning along the upper sheet edge recto, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition as catalogued. The lower right sheet edge has been skillfully reattached and the separation line is visible under strong light on the recto and verso. There are vertical creases at the upper left and upper right extreme sheet edges measuring c. 5 inches each. Skinned areas running 3 inches each appear at the upper sheet edge verso due to the removal of old hinges. Mat stain is also visible on the recto, with faint time stain on the verso.
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.