- 551
Louis Valtat
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Louis Valtat
- Compotier et fruits
- signed L. Valtat (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 24.5 by 33.2cm., 9 5/8 by 13in.
Provenance
Galerie Denise Valtat, Paris
Private Collection, New York (acquired from the above circa 1970)
Acquired by the present owner in 2007
Private Collection, New York (acquired from the above circa 1970)
Acquired by the present owner in 2007
Literature
Jean Valtat, Louis Valtat, Catalogue de l'œuvre peint, Paris, 1977, vol. I, no. 437, illustrated p. 49
Condition
The thick-weaved canvas is not lined. There is a relatively thick varnish, and UV examination reveals a few spots of retouching to the right corner, and a few intermittent vertical spots to the leg of the compotier and along the lower right edge. This work is 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. 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."