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Henri Matisse
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- Étude de torse
- Stamped with the initials HM. (lower right) and numbered VIII (upper right)
- Pen and ink on paper
- 9 1/8 by 12 in.
- 23.2 by 30.5 cm
- Executed in 1925.
Provenance
Estate of the Artist
New Art Centre, London
Acquired by the present owners in 1990
New Art Centre, London
Acquired by the present owners in 1990
Condition
Executed on cream laid paper. Deckled edges at left, right and bottom. Mounted to a mat at four corners and at middle of top edge. Surface dirt at extreme edges. Several pindot-size specks in sheet that appear to be inherent to paper. A few minor stains along lower half of left edge and one at bottom right corner. Very good condition.
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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.