Lot 81
  • 81

Marie Laurencin

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Marie Laurencin
  • Femme avec fleurs and TĂȘte de femme: Two Works
  • The first: Signed Marie Laurencin (lower left)
    The second: Signed Marie Laurencin (lower right)
  • The first: Pen and ink on paper over traces of pencil
    The second: Watercolor and pen and ink on paper laid down on paperboard
  • The first (sight): 8 1/8 by 5 1/4 in.; 20.6 by 13.3 cm
  • The second: 10 1/4 by 8 1/8 in.; 26 by 20.6 cm

Provenance

Robert von Hirsch, Basel
Thence by descent

Condition

THE FIRST: Pen and ink on paper over traces of pencil. Surface in generally good condition. Some faint fox marks visible. Sheet is adhered to the front mat, verso is not visible. There is a 1/2 inch repaired tear visible at upper center. There is a 1/8 inch repaired tear visible at center left. Sheet appears faintly stained. THE SECOND: Watercolor and pen and ink on paper laid down on paperboard, verso not visible. Surface in fair condition. Significant light stain to sheet. A 5 inch repaired tear visible in the upper right hand corner of the sheet. A few scattered fox marks visible.
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.