Lot 8
  • 8

SHAFIC ABBOUD | La Petite Toile (The Little Painting)

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Shafic Abboud
  • La Petite Toile (The Little Painting)
  • signed Abboud; signed and titled on the reverse 
  • oil on canvas
  • 65 by 50cm.; 25 1/2 by 19 3/4 in.
  • Executed in 1978.

Provenance

Galerie Brigitte Schehadé, Paris 
Acquired from the above by the previous owner 
Sale: Paris, PIASA, Modern and Contemporary Art, 6 June 2018, Lot 25
Acquired from the above by the present owner 

Exhibited

Paris, Galerie Brigitte Schehadé, Shafic Abboud, 1979

Condition

Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is very minor discolouration of varnish throughout, only visible upon closer inspection. The work would benefit from a light clean. No sign of restoration under UV light. Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are accurate; however, there is more texture in the original work.
"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 kindly been confirmed by Mrs. Christine Abboud, Paris. This work will be included in the upcoming catalogue raisonée.