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Henry-Jean Pontoy
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Henry-Jean Pontoy
- Watermelon seller
- Signed and dated lower left Pontoy 35 (?)
- Oil on panel
- 69,5 x 39 cm ; 27 3/8 by 15 3/8 in.
Provenance
Purchased by Major Luccardi, the current owner's grandfather, directly from the artist in Morocco ;
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
Minor wears are visible alongside the frame ; two long, thin and vertical craquelures appear on the right of the composition, one is slightly larger than the other, on the seated woman.
The varnish is a bit dirty and would benefit from a light cleaning. The back of the panel is covered in paint (by the artist).
Under UV light, small retouches appear by the fore-mentionned "slit", especially in the area where it is slightly wider ; also small retouches are visible on the basket, on the woman's hat (standing in the middle) ; and minor retouches are scattered on the surface.
Very good overall condition.
The paintings is in its original frame.
The picture in the catalogue appears more yellow than the painting is in reality.
"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."