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Jean Cocteau
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Cocteau
- Profil aux arabesques
- Signed Jean Cocteau and dated 1957 (upper left)
- Pastel on blue paper
- 25 5/8 by 19 1/4 in.
- 65.1 by 48.9 cm
- Executed in 1957.
Provenance
Private Collection, Palm Beach (acquired in the 1970s)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Pastel on blue paper. Surface in generally good condition, colors are bright and fresh. Some light stain to sheet, not visible in mat. Sheet is adhered to mat, verso not visible. In overall 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.
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.
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.