Lot 160
  • 160

Martial Raysse

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description

  • Martial Raysse
  • Belle restante bleue
  • signé, daté et titré au dos

  • fusain sur papier

  • 41 x 32 cm ; 16 1/8 x 12 5/8 in.
  • Exécuté en 1998.

Provenance

Galerie de France, Paris (acquis auprès de l'artiste)
Collection particulière, Suisse (acquis auprès du précédent en 1999)

Exhibited

Paris, Galerie de France, Espace Eiffel Branly, Pavillon des Antiquaires et des Galeries d'Art, Martial Raysse, 1999

Condition

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, althought the sepia tends towards black and white in the original. Darke stripes on both right and left edges of the sheet are shadow effects due to the photography of the work. The work is in very good confition condition. The work is executed on an ivory sheet of paper. In the upper left quadrant of the work, a crease is visibe (approx. 8cm) under close inspection with racking light. No trace fluoresce under UV light.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

signed, dated and titled on the back; charcoal on paper. Executed in 1998.