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Fernand Léger
Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 EUR
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- Paysage Américain
- signed F. Léger and dated 43 (lower right)
- oil and collage on canvasboard
- 60.9 by 50.4 cm ; 24 by 19 7/8 in.
Provenance
Collection of M. l'Ambassadeur and Mme Henri Hoppenot, New York
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
Georges Bauquier, Fernand Léger, Catalogue raisonné de l’œuvre peint 1938-1943, Paris, 1998, no. 1145, illustrated p. 272
Condition
The canvasboard is sound. There is a slight waviness to the central collage which is inherent to the artistic process. A close inspection reveals that the paper has become slightly unstuck at the centre left. There is no evidence of retouching visible under UV light. This work is in excellent original condition.
The catalogue illustration is fairly accurate overall, although the greens are much lighter than they appear.
"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."