L13004

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Lot 174
  • 174

After Wassily Kandinsky

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description

  • After Wassily Kandinsky
  • Quinze
  • woven with the artist's monogram and dated 38 (lower left) and with the Aubusson monogram (lower right); titled, bearing the signature Wassily Kandinsky and numbered 1761 on the Tabard Frères & Sœurs Aubusson label on the reverse
  • wool tapestry
  • 156 by 224cm., 61 3/8 by 88 1/4 in.
Aubusson tapestry woven by Tabard Freres et Soeurs

Provenance

Galerie Denise René, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1972

Literature

Will Grohmann, Wassily Kandinsky, Sa vie, son œuvre, Cologne, 1958, no. 742, illustration of another tapestry p. 411

Condition

Apart from some light surface dirt and dust, and some light surface irregularities consistent with the weaving process, 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.
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