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Lot 471
  • 471

Moïse Kisling

Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Moïse Kisling
  • Nu Allongé
  • signed Kisling (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 24.5 by 35.5cm., 9 5/8 by 14 in.

Provenance

Private Collection, Marseille
Galerie Jacques Bailly, Paris
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, 22nd June 1983, lot 32
Private Collection, Switzerland
Sale: Christie's, London, 7th February 2007, lot 304
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Literature

Jean Kisling, Kisling 1891-1953, Landshut, 1995, vol. III, no. 95, illustrated p. 385

Condition

The canvas is not lined. There are some fine and stable craquelure to the woman's leg. UV inspection confirms no evidence of retouching. The work is in overall very good original 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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