Lot 35
  • 35

James Ensor

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • James Ensor
  • Les Patineurs (D., T., E. 65)
  • etching
  • plate: 179 by 241mm 7 by 9 1/2 in
  • sheet: 340 by 490mm 13 3/8 by 19 1/4 in
Etching, 1889, the second (final) state, on Van Gelder Zonen laid paper, framed

Provenance

Ex coll. G. Behaegel, Pittem (not in Lugt)

Condition

With full margins, in good condition apart from a 5mm tear in the lower sheet edge at centre, four areas of discoloration in the margins associated with previous hinging and a few further small areas of discoloration at the extreme upper sheet edge (one with a hinge remnant at upper right), a few soft handling creases, occasional minute fox marks, a diagonal crease at the lower left corner of the sheet, framed.
"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.
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