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Henri Mège
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description
- Henri Mège
- Riverscape
- (i) Signed; inscribed and numbered on the reverse (ii) Signed; inscribed, numbered on the reverse; titled and dated 29-Octobre-1951 on the stretcher
- Oil on board, in 2 parts
- (i) 14 by 18 cm.; 5 1/2 by 7 in.
- (ii) 16 by 21 cm.; 6 1/4 by 8 1/4 in.
Condition
(i) The work is in good condition overall, as is the board, which is free from warping and free of cracks. There is evidence of minor wear and handling around the edges of the painting, but the paint layers and impastos are healthy and intact. Examination under ultraviolet light shows no sign of restoration. Framed.
(ii) The work is in good condition overall, as is the board, which is free from warping and free of cracks. There is evidence of minor wear and handling around the edges of the painting, but the paint layers and impastos are healthy and intact. Examination under ultraviolet light shows scattered signs of touch-ups predominantly on the right half (near the trees on the center, the area surrounding the figure, on the hut and on the top right corner. However, this is not visible with the naked eye. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."