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Bernard Lorjou
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Bernard Lorjou
- Bouquet de fleurs
- Signed Lorjou (lower left)
- Oil on canvas
- 28 3/4 by 23 5/8 in.
- 73 by 60 cm
- Painted circa 1958-59.
Condition
Oil on relined canvas. The picture surface is in generally good condition with bright colors and a stable web of craquelure. There are a few small losses, one to the right of the bottom of the jug's handle and one below the left-most flower. Under UV light, inpainting is visible addressing thicker lines of craquelure, especially in the green jug and in the areas of heavy impasto.
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.
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.