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Leon Gaspard
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Leon Gaspard
- Mongol on Horseback: A Pair of Paintings
- each signed Leon Gaspard and dated Urga, 1921
- each oil with traces of charcoal on board
- Image size (each): 11 5/8 by 6 3/4 in. 29.5 by 17.5 cm.
- Sheet size: 15 1/2 by 10 in. 39.4 by 25.4 cm.
Provenance
Mr. L.L. Coburn, Chicago (both)
Condition
SURFACE: surface is soiled: heavy staining, foxing in bare/untreated areas; areas with pigment are OK--colors are vivid, strong; boards are glued directly into matting UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: no apparent inpainting
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.