Lot 88
  • 88

Pierre Bonnard

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Pierre Bonnard
  • Nature morte aux fleurs
  • stamped with the artist's monogram PB (lower right)
  • pencil on paper
  • 16,8 x 25,2 cm; 6 5/8  x 9 7/8  in.

Provenance

Sale: Christie's, London, December 2, 1996, lot 9
Richard L. Feigen & Co, New York
Arnoldi-Livie, Munich

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, hinged to the mount at two points along the upper edge and floating in its mount. The upper, left and lower edges are slightly deckled. The sheet is light stained with a few scattered flecks of foxing. There are some minor creases in places, notably to the lower right quadrant. There are two small repairs at the upper right and left corners. 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."

Catalogue Note

The authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by Guy-Patrice Dauberville and Floriane Dauberville.