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Hans Bellmer (1902-1975)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Hans Bellmer
- Les jeux de la Poupée, 1935-37
Two silver prints. One, mounted on thick card, crossed through by the artist in white gouache and numbered '282' in pencil on the mount. The second numbered similarly on the reverse. Framed together.
Provenance
Christie's New York, The image as object. Photographs from the collection of Barry Friedman, 5th October 1998, lot 104.
Condition
Both prints have semi-glossy surfaces. The print with the gouache cross is mounted on stiff card and slightly soiled in the margins. Both print surfaces bear some very superficial scratching and light finger prints visible in raking light.
Neither shows fluorescence under UV light.
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"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."