Lot 331
  • 331

Jean Arp

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Jean Arp
  • Ils vous regardent, Antognini!
  • Oil on cardboard
  • 18 1/4 by 9 3/4 in.
  • 46.5 by 24.6 cm

Provenance

Private Collection, Liechtenstein (acquired directly from the artist)
Galerie Thessa Herold, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Montauban, Musée Ingres, Tête à tête, 2004, illustrated in the catalogue
Paris, Galerie Thessa Herold, Bryen et ses amis Ubac, Arp, Wols, 2005, no. 47, illustrated in the catalogue
Madrid, Circulo de Bellas Artes, Jean Arp, Retrospectiva, 2006, no. 78, illustrated in color in the catalogue

Condition

The work is in very good original condition. When examined under UV there is no apparent restoration or overpainting to the surface. There is light scuffing to the edges of the board. A minor loss to the white pigment near the top edge in the upper right quadrant. The impasto is lively and the pigments are fresh and strong.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.