Lot 9
  • 9

James Ensor

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • James Ensor
  • Iston, Pouffamatus, Cracozie et Transmouffe, celebres médecins persans examinant les selles du roi Darius après la bataille d'Arbelles (D., T., E. 6)
  • etching
  • plate: 247 by 192mm 9 3/4 by 7 1/2 in
  • sheet: 394 by 285mm 15 1/2 by 11 1/4 in
Etching, 1886, the third (final) state, signed and dated in pencil, titled, countersigned in pencil verso, on simili japon

Provenance

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

Condition

With wide margins, in good condition, a few fox marks in the margins, a horizontal fold through the lower margin (possibly inherent to the production), unframed.
"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."