- 307
Fernand Léger
Estimate
180,000 - 250,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Fernand Léger
- Composition sur fond brun
- signed F. Leger, dated 30 and dedicated A François Viel cordialement F. Leger (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 41 by 33.2cm., 16¼ by 13⅛in.
Provenance
François Viel (a gift from the artist)
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1958
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1958
Literature
Georges Bauquier, Fernand Léger, Catalogue raisonné 1929-1931, Paris, 1995, vol. IV, no. 728, illustrated p. 208
Condition
The canvas is lined and taped along the edges. UV examination reveals some small retouchings intermittently along the upper and left edges, and to the corners and centre of the lower and right edges, possibly relating to previous frame rubbing. Otherwise, this work is in overall good condition.
This work has recently undergone a light clean by Hamish Dewar.
"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."
"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."