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Joaquín Mir Barcelona 1873-1940
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Joaquín Mir
- L'arribada del peix (arrival of the catch)
- signed J. Mir lower right; inscribed Joaquim Mir / nota de playa on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 65 by 81cm., 25½ by 32in.
Provenance
Purchased from the artist by the grandparents of the present owner; thence by descent
Literature
Francesc Miralles, Joaquim Mir a Vilanova, Barcelona, 2006, illustrated on the cover; p. 72, illustrated in colour; p. 136, no. 4, catalogued & illustrated in colour
Condition
Original canvas. There are no signs of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, and apart from light scattered craquelure, this work is in very good overall condition, with bright, fresh colours, and ready to hang. Held in a decorative, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame.
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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."
Catalogue Note
Painted in the 1930s, L'Arribada del Peix marked a turning point in Mir's life, following his move to the Catalan fishing port of Vilanova. After his marriage to Maria Estalella Asbert, a native Vilanovan, the couple settled there permanently in 1922. Living on Sant Josep Street, Mir found the peace of mind that had escaped him in so many of his other domiciles. The now well-established artist in the prime of his life and career acted as host to various artists and musicians who came to his villa. This combination of activity and tranquillity made his artistic output more consistent and fluid, and his new life and observations of the activities in the port town were of frequent inspiration to Mir.