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Simon Hantaï
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Simon Hantaï
- Untitled
- signed with the artist's initials and dated 71
- watercolor on unstretched canvas
- 19 1/2 by 18 1/2 in. 49.5 by 47 cm.
Provenance
Galerie Jean Fournier, Paris
Private Collection, Paris
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Private Collection, Paris
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unstretched and hinged on the reverse to the backing board along the perimeter. The extreme edges are lifting and curling in some areas. There is evidence of staple impressions and associated pinpoint holes along the perimeter of the canvas. There is some light wear at the extreme edges with some associated minor craquelure and loss of pigment, most noticeably in the left center quadrant. Unframed.
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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.