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Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita
- Jeune Assoupie
- pencil on paper
signed in Japanese and English and dated 1928
Provenance
Private Collection, Belgium
Private Collection, Asia
Private Collection, Asia
Exhibited
Paris, Musée du Montparnasse, Robert Desnos, Foujita et Youki, un amour surréaliste, April - July 2001
Literature
Sylvie Buisson, Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita, vol. II, Paris, 2001, p. 276, cat. no. 28.214 (illustrated)
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. A spot of accretion observed next to the top of the girl's head. Consistent with the work's age, evidence of discolouration is observed scattered throughout the work. Minor undulation and possible crease are observed next to the figure's ear. Framed under glass.
"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."