Lot 180
  • 180

Raoul Dufy

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Raoul Dufy
  • Les Canotiers à Nogent
  • signed Raoul Dufy (towards lower right)
  • gouache on paper
  • 50.2 by 65.7cm., 19 3/4 by 25 7/8 in.

Provenance

Private Collection, Germany

Condition

Executed on a thick sheet of cream wove paper, not laid down. The left and right edges are deckled. The sheet is very slightly time-stained and there are some minor creases in places and light surface scratches. There is some minor foxing to the right edge and a tiny paper remnant to the foliage in the centre of the work. Otherwise, this work is in overall very good condition. Colours: overall fairly accurate in the printed 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."