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Charles Sorlier after Marc Chagall
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Charles Sorlier After Marc Chagall
- Le Coq Gris (M. CS. 3)
- Image: 745 by 532mm; 29ΒΌ by 21in
- Sheet: 940 by 636mm; 37 by 25in
Lithograph printed in colours, 1950, signed in pencil, inscribed amicalement Paris 1952, one of a small number of artist's proofs (there was no numbered edition), on Rives wove paper, with wide margins, the red attenuated, skillfully repaired tears to lower right of image and to right margin
Condition
The left sheet edge slightly shaved (visible upon close inspection, although the sheet is not smaller than the recorded dimenions) The mentioned skillfully repaired tears to the image are visible verso, forming a cluster, measuring approximately 90mm; 60mm and 40mm respectively. The repaired tear in the margin at the right sheet edge measures approximately 40mm. The red has faded to a pink. Uneven discoloration verso. The print has been affixed to the front mat with non-archival white tape at the sheet edges.
"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."