Lot 66
  • 66

After Henri Matisse

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • After Henri Matisse
  • L'Espagnole à la Mantille (Duthuit II; Ginestet & Pouillon E645)
  • aquatint
  • plate: 398 by 276mm 15 5/8 by 10 7/8 in
  • sheet: 598 by 453mm 23 1/2 by 17 7/8 in
Aquatint with roulette printed in colours, 1925, engraved by Jacques Villon, signed in pencil by Matisse, numbered 20/200, on wove paper, published by Bernheim-Jeune, Paris, framed

Condition

With full margins, the colours attenuated, in good condition except an infrequent and tiny fox mark visible in the margins upon close inspection, time-staining at the extreme sheet edges, verso with further tiny foxing and pale discoloration, framed.
"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.
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