Lot 58
  • 58

Josef Čapek

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • Josef Čapek
  • Head of a Woman (ženská hlava)
  • linocut
  • 21 by 15cm., 8¼ by 6in. (image size)

Provenance

Galerie Peithner-Lichtenfels and Čubrda, Prague
Purchased from the above in 2001

Exhibited

Houston, Cullen Collection, 2011, no. 7, illustrated in the catalogue

Condition

The sheet is not laid down but is hinged at the upper left and right corners to the backboard. This work is in good condition. Framed and under glass.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Executed in 1917.