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Karel Appel
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Les Anges Rouges
- signed
- gouache and wax crayon on paper
- 50 by 65cm.; 19 3/4 by 25 1/2 in.
- Executed in 1966.
Provenance
Galerie Nova Spectra, The Hague
Private Collection
Sale: Christie's, Amsterdam, Twentieth Century Art, 5 June 2007, Lot 188
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Private Collection
Sale: Christie's, Amsterdam, Twentieth Century Art, 5 June 2007, Lot 188
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached verso to the reverse of the mount in several places.Extremely close inspection reveals a small number of tiny and unobtrusive hairline drying cracks to the thickest areas of white impasto.
"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."