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Fernand Léger
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Fernand Léger
- Le Vase (Saphire 12)
- lithograph
- sheet 682 by 554 mm 26 7/8 by 21 3/4 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1927, signed in pencil, a proof aside from the edition of 100, on Arches wove paper, published by Galerie Simon, Paris
Condition
The print is in good condition, the wide margins unevenly trimmed. Very pale discoloration in the margins (mat and light-stain), a small area of reverse foxing at bottom. Two repaired tears at bottom and right sheet edges, the longest approx. 1 inch. A hard crease, now flattened, at upper right corner, occasional minor surface soiling at sheet edges. (The red ink uneven as described by Saphire, and typical of this edition.)
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.