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Leonor Fini
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Leonor Fini
- Sylvan Deity
- watercolour, pen and ink and wash on paper
- 34.5 by 27cm., 13 1/2 by 10 5/8 in.
Provenance
Edward James, West Dean, West Sussex (acquired directly from the artist)
Mayor Gallery, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner in July 2000
Mayor Gallery, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner in July 2000
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down and taped to the mount at all four corners. The left, lower, and right edges are deckled. There are some stains at all four corners relating to the tape on the reverse of the sheet. There is a small tear towards the lower right edge and a fine crease to the lower right corner. The sheet is slightly time-stained and there is some light studio dirt. Otherwise, this work is in good condition.
Overall the colours are fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though the paper tone is slightly warmer and the colours on the creature are more vibrant and fresh 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."