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Fernand Léger
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- LA VILLE
signed F. L. (lower right)
- gouache on paper
- 42.5 by 32.3cm., 16 3/4 by 12 3/4 in.
Provenance
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Paul Haim et Cie., Paris
Donald Morris Gallery, Detroit
Sale: Christie's, London, 15th April 1975, lot 59
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Paul Haim et Cie., Paris
Donald Morris Gallery, Detroit
Sale: Christie's, London, 15th April 1975, lot 59
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, T-hinged to the overmount at the top two corners. There is an inherent watermark to the top left corner and all four edges are deckled. There are artist's pinholes to the centre of the top and bottom edges. There is some overall discolouration throughout the background, though the medium has remained bright. This work is in good condition.
Colours: The paper tone is deeper and the colours are more subtle in the original.
"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."