Lot 256
  • 256

JEAN-PIERRE CASSIGNEUL | Le Ballon

Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jean-Pierre Cassigneul
  • Le Ballon
  • signed Cassigneul (lower centre); signed, dated 1969, titled and inscribed Cannes on the reverse
  • oil on canvas
  • 81 by 65cm., 32 by 25 1/2 in.
  • Painted in Cannes in 1969.

Provenance

Wally Findlay Galleries, Palm Beach
Francis Leventhal, New York (acquired from the above in 1969)
Sale: Christie's, New York, 26th September 2002, lot 589
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The canvas is not lined and inspection under UV light reveals no signs of retouching. There is a minor pigment loss to the centre of the lower edge below the signature. This work is in 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."

Catalogue Note

Jean-Pierre Cassigneul has kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work.