Lot 31
  • 31

Jean Dufy

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • Jean Dufy
  • Port de Honfleur
  • Signed Jean Dufy (lower right)
  • Gouache and watercolor on paper
  • 18 1/8 by 23 7/8 in.
  • 46 by 60 cm
  • Executed circa 1947-48.

Provenance

ACA Galleries, New York
Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

Gouache on Canson & Montgolfier watermarked paper. Sheet is attached to mat by two pieces of tape at top. Recto: Surface in generally good condition, colors are bright and fresh. Some minor discoloration in upper right quadrant, likely from previous matting. One noticible spot of foxing in the water at lower center. Verso: A few scattered spots of foxing. Mat stain.
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.