Lot 43
  • 43

Alphonse Mucha

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Alphonse Mucha
  • Allegory of Spring
  • signed Mucha lower right
  • pastel and heightening on paper
  • 46 by 41cm., 18 by 16in.

Provenance

Sale: Dorotheum, Prague, 25 November 2006, lot 238
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

Apart from a repair to the upper right corner, some yellowing and scattered spots of glue, notably in an arc surrounding the figure, this work is in good condition. Apart from some slight fading of the pastel, this work is in good condition, with fine detail and strong heightening.
"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."