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Francis Picabia
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Picabia
- Espagnole
- signed Francis Picabia (lower right)
- pen and ink and wash on paper
- 27 by 21.2cm., 10 5/8 by 8 3/8 in.
Condition
Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down and hinged to the mount at the upper two corners. The sheet is slightly time-stained and there are intermittent glue stains along the left, right and lower edges (not visible when framed). There is a paper loss to the upper part of the extreme left edge, and a vertical tear along the central part of the right edge (neither of which are visible when framed). There is a tiny tear to the peineta, some light creases in places, and a few spots of foxing to the lower left quadrant. Otherwise, this work is in overall good condition.
Colours: Overall fairly accurate, though the paper tone is slightly less pink in the original.
"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."