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Fernand Léger
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- Le grande Margot (S. 111)
- sheet 653 by 502 mm 25 3/4 by 19 3/4 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1951, signed in ink and numbered 68/75, on wove paper, published by Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris, with full margins, generally in good condition except the colors attenuated, the verso discolored and with remains of masking tape hinges, mat stain, framed
Condition
As catalogued, the print is generally in good condition. Exposure to light has darkened the paper tone over all and attenuated the colors. Exposure to an acidic mat has significantly darkened the outer margins and the verso. The print is affixed to the backmat with masking tape along all sheet edges and there is a dark line of foxing along the upper and lower sheet edges verso.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.