Lot 183
  • 183

Romain de Tirtoff dit Erté

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Romain de Tirtoff dit Erté
  • Lady in a golden and silver costume
  • Gouache heightened with gold and silver on paper
    Signed lower right Erté ; bears on the back a sheet stamped with the artist's name and address 124 rue de Brancas, Sèvres
  • 39 x 31cm ; 15 3/8 x 12 1/4 in.

Condition

The work is slightly dirty. A small repaint appears by the woman's nose and lips ; a mold spot is visible in the lower part on the black area. In the upper right, traces indicate there was probably an old label previously.
"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."