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Henri Matisse
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- Vénus assise
- Inscribed with the initials HM, numbered 5/10 and stamped with the foundry mark C. Valsuani cire perdue
- Bronze
- Height: 9 in.
- 22.8 cm
Provenance
(possibly) Curt Valentin Gallery, New York, 1950
B.C. Holland, Chicago
Acquired from the above circa 1965
B.C. Holland, Chicago
Acquired from the above circa 1965
Literature
Albert E. Elsen, The Sculpture of Henri Matisse, New York, 1972, pp. 138-141, figs. 187-89, illustrations of another cast
Alicia Legg, The Sculpture of Matisse, New York, 1972, no. 51, illustration of another cast, p. 33
Isabelle Monod-Fontaine, The Sculpture of Henri Matisse, London & New York, 1984, no. 53, illustration of another cast
Claude Duthuit, Henri Matisse, L'Oeuvre sculpté, Paris, 1997, no. 61, illustration of another cast p. 171
Alicia Legg, The Sculpture of Matisse, New York, 1972, no. 51, illustration of another cast, p. 33
Isabelle Monod-Fontaine, The Sculpture of Henri Matisse, London & New York, 1984, no. 53, illustration of another cast
Claude Duthuit, Henri Matisse, L'Oeuvre sculpté, Paris, 1997, no. 61, illustration of another cast p. 171
Condition
Attractive dark brown patina. Minor traces of verdigris in the deeper crevices on the figure's back, around the neck, under the arms, on the inside thighs and around the bottom edge. Work is in good condition.
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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.