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Jean Dufy 1888-1964
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Dufy
- La Revue Negre, Josephine Baker
Signed Jean Dufy, titled, dated 1927 and dedicated (lower right)
- Watercolor, ink and gouache on paper
- 12 1/2 by 15 3/4 in.
- 29.5 by 38.5 cm.
Condition
Sheet has been taped to mat along all edges on the verso. Discoloration to sheet. Ink and pigment have faded. Handling creases throughout sheet. Repaired tear approximately 6 inches at bottom edge. Small scattered repairs along other edges. Paper has been abraded along bottom edge, possibly from previous mounting. Three small pinholes at both bottom corners. Inscription, title and date have bled but signature is clear.
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.
Catalogue Note
This work will be included in the forthcoming second volume of the catalogue raisonné being prepared by Jacques Bailly.