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Henri Matisse
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- La sieste (D. 706)
- Image: 258 by 305mm; 10 1/8 by 12in
- Sheet: 404 by 501mm; 15 7/8 by 19¾in
Linocut in black and orange, 1938, signed in pencil, inscribed ep. d'artiste, one of five artist's proof aside from the edition of 25, on wove paper, with full margins, in good condition apart from very pale light-staining and some pale staining to the corners of the sheet, framed
Condition
In good condition as catalogued. The mentioned staining to the margins particularly to upper right where there is a diagonal line of staining and the lower left tip of sheet. Two small patches of glue residue to the upper edge verso associated with old hinging tape. Taped to the mount along the length of the upper edge verso.
"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."
"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."