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Tsugouharu Foujita
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Autoportrait
- Signed Foujita and dated 17-2-53 (lower center)
- Pencil, charcoal and sepia on calque
- 10 1/4 by 8 1/4 in.
- 26 by 21 cm (uneven edges)
- Executed February 17, 1953.
Provenance
Kimiyo Foujita, wife of the artist
Condition
The sheet has been hinged in two places along the top edge. There are minor creases and surface dirt across the sheet, likely from handling. There is heavy horizontal creasing of the sheet to the left of the sitter's right ear. In overall good condition.
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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.