Lot 75
  • 75

Léon Spilliaert

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Léon Spilliaert
  • Marine avec voiliers
  • signé L. Spilliaert et daté 1930 (en bas à droite)
  • aquarelle et encre de Chine sur papier 
  • 55,1 x 76,5 cm ; 21 5/8 x 30 1/8 in.

Provenance

Vente : Guillaume Campo, Anvers, 22 octobre 1974, lot 103
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel

Condition

Executed on wove paper, not laid down, hinged to the mount at two points along the upper edge. The sheet is slightly undulating. There is a small dot which remained unpainted towards the centre of the right edge which is probably original. There are a few horizontal creases to the centre of the right edge. Apart from a few scattered dots of foxing, this work is in good original condition. Please note that the work is lighter than the catalogue illustration.
"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 'L. Spilliaert' and dated '1930' (lower right); watercolour and ink on paper. Executed in 1930.