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André Masson
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 EUR
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Description
- André Masson
- La Graine et l'étoile
- signé andré masson (en bas à droite)
- sable et tempera sur toile marouflée sur carton
- 31,5 x 25,2 cm ; 12 3/8 x 10 in.
Provenance
Buchholz gallery, New York, no. 5363
Saidenberg Gallery, New York
Collection Jacques Bally, Paris
Vente: Sotheby's, Londres, 30 juin 1983, lot 389 (sous le titre Grain et toile)
Saidenberg Gallery, New York
Collection Jacques Bally, Paris
Vente: Sotheby's, Londres, 30 juin 1983, lot 389 (sous le titre Grain et toile)
Exhibited
New-York, Paul Rosenberg & CO. et Buchholz Gallery, Paul Klee - André Masson and some Aspects of ancient and primitive Sculpture, n°32
Venise, Palazzo Grazzi, Cosmos, From Goya to de Chirico, from Friedrich to Kiefer, Art in Pursuit of the Infinite, 2000, reproduit dans le catalogue p. 327
Madrid, Museo Nacional de Arte Reina Sofia, André Masson (1896-1987), 2004, reproduit dans le catalogue p. 221
Venise, Palazzo Grazzi, Cosmos, From Goya to de Chirico, from Friedrich to Kiefer, Art in Pursuit of the Infinite, 2000, reproduit dans le catalogue p. 327
Madrid, Museo Nacional de Arte Reina Sofia, André Masson (1896-1987), 2004, reproduit dans le catalogue p. 221
Literature
Michel Leiris & Georges Limbour, André Masson et son Univers, Genève, 1947, p. 141
Condition
The canvas is laid down on a board. There is no evidence of retouching under UV light. Apart from a few tiny losses to the pigment, this work is in very good original 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
signed 'andré masson' (lower right); sand and tempera on canvas laid down on cardboard. Painted in 1942.