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Paul Delvaux
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- Paul Delvaux
- Jeune femme aux bras croisés
- signed P. DELVAUX and dated 1962 (lower right); inscribed En tout Amitié, Boistfort dated le 15-6-62 and signed P Delvaux (on the reverse of the backing cardboard)
- ink and watercolour on paper
- 7 1/2 x 6 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist and thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Executed on white wove paper, laid down on card. The upper edge is unevenly cut. There are two small areas of minor paper skinning to the right part of the lower edge. There is some light shrinkage to the thickly applied ink. There is a small area of minor discolouration to the ink (approx 1cm) to the upper part of the right edge (not visible when framed). The sheet is slightly light stained. This work is in 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."
"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."