Lot 103
  • 103

Man Ray

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description

  • Man Ray
  • CACTUS FLOWER
  • signé Man Ray et daté 45 (en bas à droite)
  • gouache et aquarelle sur papier
  • 59,5 x 44,5 cm
  • 23 3/8 x 17 1/2 in.

Provenance

Alexandre Englert, Paris (acquis de l'artiste dans les années 1950)

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. There is a slight discolouration to the sheet. Apart from a small stain in the lower left corner and some very minor flattened creases in the lower corners, this work is in very good condition.
"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."

Catalogue Note

signed 'Man Ray' and dated '45' (lower right), gouache and watercolour on paper. Executed in 1945 in Hollywood.