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Léon Spilliaert
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Léon Spilliaert
- Carnaval, figures historiques
- signed L. Spilliaert and dated 1927 (lower left)
- gouache and crayon on paper
- 55.5 by 41.5cm., 21 7/8 by 16 3/8 in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Belgium (acquired by the 1960s)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
Brussels, Galerie Isy Brachot, Léon Spilliaert 1881-1946, no. 19 (titled Le Carnival)
Condition
Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down and taped to the overmount along all four edges. The edges are unevenly cut. There are two minor flecks of paint loss to the left of the figures and a tear (approx.. 1cm.) to the centre of the left edge. This work is in overall good 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."