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Max Ernst
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Max Ernst
- Soleil couchant vert
- Signed Max Ernst, dated 24 Déc. 1934 and inscribed A Marianne Parlier l'ami (on the reverse)
- Oil on board
- 9 by 11 7/8 in.
- 22.9 by 30.2 cm
Provenance
Marianne Parlier (acquired from the artist)
Galerie Berès, Paris
Acquired from the above in 2009
Galerie Berès, Paris
Acquired from the above in 2009
Condition
Oil on board. The board is sound. A minor loss has occurred to the extreme upper-right corner. The surface is slightly dirty. Under UV light: certain pigments fluoresce but no inpainting is apparent. The work is in very good condition.
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.