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Jean Painlevé (1902 - 1989)
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Painlevé (1902 - 1989)/ Eli Lotar (1905 - 1970)
- Le pieuvre, 1927Oeil de crabe, 1930
- photograph
Deux tirages argentiques d'époque. 'La pieuvre', signé à l'encre Painlevé au verso, 'Oeil de crabe', signé à l'encre Painlevé et avec tampon 'FOTO LOTAR' au verso.
Provenance
Collection particulière française
Condition
Both prints in excellent general condition. 'La pieuvre': Slightly yellow paper, matte surface, with a few very light traces of scratches in the lower margin away from the image; 'Oeil': Glossy surface, with very delicate original retouching visible in raking light.
"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."