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Bernard Buffet
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Bernard Buffet
- Bouteille et papillons
- Signed Bernard Buffet and dated 51 (upper right)
- Oil on canvas
- 16 1/4 by 19 3/4 in.
- 41.3 by 50.2 cm
Provenance
Acquired by Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh in Paris circa 1952
Awarded in the their divorce to Janet Leigh in 1962
Thence by descent
Awarded in the their divorce to Janet Leigh in 1962
Thence by descent
Exhibited
Basel, Galerie Beyeler, Exposition Buffet, 1955, no. 36
Condition
The work is in excellent condition. The canvas has not been lined. Frame abrasion is visible to the extreme outer edges of the composition and it is likely the work was previously stretched on a smaller stretcher, though the central composition is unaffected. Under UV light: no inpainting is apparent.
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.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.