Lot 160
  • 160

René Gruau

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • René Gruau
  • Fashion Study
  • Signed (lower left)
  • Goauche and pen and ink on paper
  • 14 1/2 by 11 1/2 in.
  • 36.8 by 29.2 cm
  • Executed circa 1950s.

Provenance

Wolfgang Joop (and sold: Sotheby's, New York, December 12, 2003, lot 345)
Acquired at the above sale

Condition

The sheet has been hinged in 4 places along the top edge. The sheet is in good condition with minor abrasions along the extreme edges, some minor surface dirt from handling and some minor creasing along the edges, especially the center left edge. There is toning in the area exposed by the current matting. In overall 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.
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.