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Edgar Degas
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Edgar Degas
- DEUX DANSEUSES
- charcoal and pastel on paper
- 45.3 by 59.6cm., 17 7/8 by 23 3/8 in.
Provenance
Lionello Venturi, Paris
Riccardo Gualino, Turin (acquired from the above in 1935)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
The sheet is significantly time darkened and is somewhat brittle as a result. There are five tears about 1 1/2 inches in length from all but the right edge. A loss with a small torn hole near the lower left corner. Creasing at top right corner and a central line of discoloration running vertically, probably due to a previous fold in the sheet. Interested buyers are advised to view this work in person.
"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."
"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."