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Léonard Foujita
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Chat Endormi
- Signed Foujita and again Japanese (lower left)
- Ink and watercolor on paper
- 10 7/8 by 15 3/4 in.
- 27.6 by 40 cm
- Executed circa 1928.
Provenance
The artist
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa 1930 and sold: Christie's, New York, May 2, 2012, lot 218)
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa 1930 and sold: Christie's, New York, May 2, 2012, lot 218)
Condition
Ink and watercolor on paper, secured the the backing by four pockets on the corners. Recto, in very good condition with minor mat burn. Recto, in very good condition and inscribed in Japanese and has remnants of 2 white archival tape hinges.
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.