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Henri Matisse
Estimate
40,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- BUSTE DE FEMME
- signed Henri Matisse and dated 10/41 (lower right)
- pen and ink on paper
- 56.6 by 38.2cm., 22 1/4 by 15in.
Provenance
Galerie d'Anjou, Paris
Private Collection, France (acquired from the above on 6th November 1942)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Private Collection, France (acquired from the above on 6th November 1942)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, attached to the mount at two points along the top edge. There are artist's pinholes to the top two corners. The edges are uneven with some minor nicks, especially along the top edge. Apart from some light time staining to the centre fo the sheet, this work is in good condition.
"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."