Lot 119
  • 119

Henri Matisse

Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Henri Matisse
  • Femme nue et chaise
  • signed H.M. (lower right)
  • pencil on paper
  • 27.7 by 37cm., 10 7/8 by 14 1/2 in.

Provenance

Manny Silverman Gallery, Los Angeles
Private Collection
Acquired from the above by the late owner in December 1988

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, affixed to the mount at all four corners and floating in the overmount. The lower, left and right edges are deckled. There is a crease to the lower right corner, possibly a small repaired tear. The sheet is very slightly time stained. This work is in overall very 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.
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