HENRI MATISSE | Femme, blouse aux volants

Jacqueline Monnier, Paris

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, affixed to the mount at intermittent points on the reverse and floating in its mount. The sheet is slightly undulating. The upper edge is perforated and there is a tear to the fourth hole (from left to right) with an associated small paper loss and minor creases. The right and lower edges are slightly deckled with associated nicks. There is a tiny tear (approx. 0.2 cm long) to the extreme right part of the lower edge. There are a few minor creases along the right edge and to the upper right corner and a few faint handling marks in places. The sheet is slightly light stained. This work is in overall very 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."

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