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Jean Dubuffet
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean Dubuffet
- Onze personnages fond noir
- signed with the initials, dated 1/10/61 and dedicated à John Christopherson J. Dubuffet
- indian ink on paper
- 25.4 by 33cm.; 10 by 13in.
Provenance
John Christopherson (acquired directly from the artist)
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, 22 October 1998, Lot 1
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, 22 October 1998, Lot 1
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Literature
Max Loreau, Catalogue des Travaux de Jean Dubuffet, fasc. XIX: Paris Circus, Paris 1989, p. 96, no. 170, illustrated
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is warmer in the original, with the paper tone tending more towards ivory.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. It is hinged to the backing board in several places on the reverse. There is slight undulation to the paper throughout. There are very light creases in places along the bottom extreme edge, probably inherent to the work's execution. There is extremely faint discolouration in the white area of paper along the top edge, visible only upon close inspection.
"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."