Lot 103
  • 103

Henry Moret

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • MARINE AUX BARQUES
  • signed Henry Moret and dated 97 (lower left)

  • oil on canvas
  • 46.5 by 55cm., 18 1/4 by 21 5/8 in.

Provenance

Sale: Auktionshaus am Neumarkt, Zurich, 29th November 1973, lot 186
Purchased at the above sale by the family of the present owner

Exhibited

Nice, Palais de la Méditerranée, Kisling et son temps, 1973

Condition

The canvas is not lined. There are several nailhead-sized spots of paint loss with associated retouching to the top left corner, visible under UV light, and various lines that are possibly retouching following the slight craquelure in the varnish, that fluoresce under UV light, . Apart from a thick varnish with some slight craquelure and a light vertical stretcher mark to the centre, this work is in 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."