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HENRI MEGE | (i) Evening at Thanh Da near Thi Nghe, Saigon (ii) Afternoon in the River of Perfume, Hue (iii) Landscape of Annam
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Mege
- (i) Evening at Thanh Da near Thi Nghe, Saigon (ii) Afternoon in the River of Perfume, Hue (iii) Landscape of Annam
- (i) Signed; inscribed and dated 1953 on the reverse(ii) Signed; signed, inscribed and dated 1949 on the reverse(iii) Signed; inscribed on the reverse
- Oil on board, in 3 parts
- (i) 11 by 14.5 cm.; 4 1/4 by 5 3/4 in. (ii) 19 by 23.5 cm.; 7 1/2 by 9 1/4 in. (iii) 16 by 22 cm.; 6 1/4 by 8 1/2 in.
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 6 October 2014, Lot 300
Condition
The works are in overall good condition. Evidence of slight discoloration and scattered accretion, but this is due to the age of the works and does not detract from the quality of the paintings. The paint layers are intact and the board free of warping. Under ultraviolet light examination there are no signs of restoration. Framed.
"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."