Lot 111
  • 111

Francis Picabia

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 EUR
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Description

  • Francis Picabia
  • Toréador
  • signed Francis Picabia and inscribed Barcelone (lower right)
  • watercolour, gouache, ink and pencil on paper
  • 63 x 46.5 cm; 24 3/4 x 18 1/4 in.

Provenance

Galerie Dominion, Montreal
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, November 16, 2001
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down and attached at each corner to the mount. The paper is undulating slightly, consistent with the application of medium, and there is some light staining to the edges, associated with previous mounting. There is some nicks at the lower part of the left edge and the left part of the upper edge. This work is in overall very 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."