Lot 48
  • 48

Dora Maar

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Dora Maar
  • Nature morte a la tasse and Nature morte a la tasse et au pichet: two works
  • both signed Dora Maar and dated 45 (on the stretcher)
  • both oil on canvas
  • the first: 10 5/8 by 8 3/4 in. 27 by 22.2 cm
  • the second: 13 by 16 1/8 in. 33 by 41 cm

Condition

Nature morte a la tasse: oil on unlined canvas. Slight indentation to the canvas along the far right and left edges. Picture surface in generally good condition. Under UV light no apparent in paints visible. Nature morte a la tasse et au pichet: oil on unlined canvas. Minor bumping and pulling at the corners. Picture surface in generally good condition with a somewhat thickly applied varnish. Under UV light minor in painting visible in the extereme upper left corner, the extreme right edge and a spot in the upper center background.
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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