Lot 201
  • 201

Moïse Kisling

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • Moïse Kisling
  • Nature morte aux sardines
  • signed Kisling, inscribed Sanary and dated 1943 (upper right)
  • oil on canvas
  • 38 by 55cm., 15 by 21 5/8 in.

Provenance

Private Collection (acquired in 1948)
Sale: Claude Aguttes, Paris, 24th October 2012, lot 47
Sale: Sotheby's, London, 6th February 2014, lot 406
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The canvas is not lined. UV examination reveals extensive retouching along all four edges and in places to the background and signature. There are fine lines of craquelure throughout, not visually distracting. There are a few areas of lifting paint, which should be consolidated. This work is in overall fairly 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."