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Francis Picabia
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Francis Picabia
- Chat noir
- Signed Francis Picabia (lower right)
- Oil on board
- 10 1/4 by 6 7/8 in.
- 26 by 17.5 cm
Provenance
Private Collection, France
Condition
The work is in very good condition. Oil on board. The surfaced is covered with an uneven layer of slightly yellowed varnish, most noticeable along the lower left edge and bottom left corner. The board has been affixed to a shadow box frame at perimeter of the reverse and its extreme edges have been taped. Under UV light: no inpainting is apparent though the varnish is difficult to read through.
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.