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François Gall
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- François Gall
- Marie-Lize ballerine, se prèparent a la danse dans les coulisses
- Signed F Gall (lower left); inscribed Danseuse Gall (on the reverse)
- Oil on canvas
- 21 3/4 by 18 in.
- 55.2 by 45.7 cm.
Condition
This work is unlined. The picture surface is in generally good condition with a thick uneven varnish and would benefit from a light cleaning. Under UV, the pigments are still active and the varnish flouresces unevenly; possibly some old repaint on the face of the dancer in the back and the knee on the dancer in the front.
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.
Catalogue Note
This work depicts François Gall's daughter, Marie-Lize, and dates to circa 1968-1970.