Lot 289
  • 289

Serge Charchoune

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Serge Charchoune
  • The wooden spoon
  • signed in Latin and dated 6 V 43 l.r.; further signed and titled in Latin on reverse and dated 43
  • oil on canvas
  • 46.8 by 57.9cm., 18 1/2 by 22 3/4 in.

Condition

Original canvas. There is a layer of light surface dirt but is in otherwise overall good condition and ready to hang. UV light reveals minor spots of retouching. Held in a painted plaster frame. Unexamined out of frame.
"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

To be included in the forthcoming third volume of the Serge Charchoune Catalogue raissoné being prepared by Pierre Guenegan.