Lot 11
  • 11

Henri Matisse

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • Henri Matisse
  • Odalisque, Brasero et Coupe de Fruits (Duthuit 504)
  • Signed l.r.: Henri Matrisse, numbered 68/100
  • Lithograph
  • Image: 282 by 378mm; 11 1/8 by 14 7/8 in
  • Sheet: 382 by 570mm; 15 by 22½in
Lithograph, 1929, signed in pencil, numbered 68/100, on Arches wove paper, published by Henri M. Petiet, Paris, with his blindstamp (Lugt 2021a)

Condition

The full sheet (with a deckle edge at left and right sides), the left and right margins folded underneath still leaving approximately 6cm margins on either side of the image, inscribed '50h' in pencil in lower right corner and 'PE 122' in blue pencil verso, the image in very good condition apart from some light- and backboard-staining, a few minute fox marks mainly confined to the margins, remains of translucent hinging tape in the corners of the sheet, remains of tape along upper edge of sheet verso, the sheet slightly undulated, framed.
"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.
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