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Raoul Dufy
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Raoul Dufy
- Nature morte aux figues et figues de Barbarie
- Signed Raoul Dufy (lower left)
- Watercolor and graphite on paper
- 17 1/2 by 21 3/4 in.
- 44.5 by 55.5 cm
- Executed circa 1909.
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, New York
Condition
Executed on cream laid paper. Hinged to mount at three places along upper edge on verso. Sheet is time darkened overall. Mat stain around perimeter of images and 2-3 inches of mat burn around perimeter of sheet itself, not extending to image. Two horizontal watermarks are visible on each side of composition. Verso reveals sheet has been on acidic mat. Tape residue in areas around perimeter on verso is visible in places on recto. Colors are somewhat faded. Work is in fairly 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.
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.