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Max Ernst
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Max Ernst
- FORCE DE L'AGE
- signed Max Ernst (lower right) and titled (lower left)
- pastel frottage on paper
- 46 by 33.2cm., 18 1/8 by 13 1/8 in.
Provenance
Le Point Cardinal, Paris
Acquired by the late owner in Paris
Acquired by the late owner in Paris
Literature
Werner Spies, Maz Ernst Werke 1964-1969, Cologne, 2007, no. 4206, illustrated p. 183
Condition
Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down. The sheet has been extremely lightly time-stained and there is a tiny stain to the upper part of the extreme right edge. Otherwise, this work is in overall very good condition.
"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."