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Lot 194
  • 194

Paul Mak

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Paul Mak
  • Oriental Dancers; The Bazaar
  • one signed in Latin, dated 1949 and inscribed Bruxelles l.r., the other signed in Latin and dated 1954 m.r.

  • both gouache over pencil on paper with gold paint
  • image sizes: 25.3 by 16.8cm, 10 by 6 1/2 in.

Condition

Dancers: the sheet appears sound. There are a few minor spots of staining to the lower edge of the work and several very small nicks in places e.g. the abdomen of the foremost dancer. Otherwise the work is in good overall condition, the colours are fresh and the picture is ready to frame. Held in a painted wooden frame and under glass. Unexamined out of frame. The Bazaar: the sheet appears sound, however there are spots of foxing scattered throughout, especially visible on the white pigment, as can be seen in the catalogue photograph. Held in a gold painted wooden frame and under glass. Unexamined out of frame.
"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."