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Jean Fautrier
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean Fautrier
- Composition
signed and dated 59
ink and gouache on paper
- 50 by 64.7cm.
- 19 3/4 by 25 1/2 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist circa 1962
Condition
Colour
The colours are fairly accurate although the tonality is deeper and richer in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached to the front mount along the top edge. There is light mount staining in several places around the outer edges. There are some small brown media stains in the lower left quadrant and one beneath the artist's signature. Upon very close inspection, there are some scattered minute spots of foxing along the left edge and towards the upper right corner.
"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."