Lot 302
  • 302

RENÉ MAGRITTE | Le Bain de cristal

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • René Magritte
  • Le Bain de cristal
  • pencil on paper
  • 20,2 x 15,3 cm; 8 x 10 in. (visible dimensions)
  • Executed in the late 1940s.

Provenance

Julian Barran, London
Private collection (acquired from the above)
Sale: Sotheby's, Olympia, March 20, 2002, lot 180
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, affixed to card along all four edges and hinged to the mount with tape in two points along the upper edge. There is a small repaired tear (approx. 0,7 cm long) to the upper part of the right edge. The sheet is light stained with scattered dots of foxing. This work is in overall 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."

Catalogue Note

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Comité Magritte.