Lot 140
  • 140

Jean Le Gac

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Jean Le Gac
  • Story Art (Avec Atelier)
  • signed and dated Dec. 86; signed, titled and dated 1986 on the reverse
  • charcoal, pastel and casein on fabric, with projector, 16mm film and wooden table
  • Canvas: 84 by 133 7/8 in. 213.4 by 340 cm.
  • Projector and Table: 44 1/2 by 20 by 11 1/2 in. 113 by 50.8 by 29.2 cm.

Provenance

Galerie Templon, Paris
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1987

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. The fabric has a soft crease in the lower right corner and undulates slightly. There are pinholes along the top and bottom edges. The colors are rich and vibrant. There is general light wear to the found table and one of the legs is slightly loose. The found camera is accompanied with a case. Both the camera and case exhibits general wear consistent with regular use and the age of the materials.
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.
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