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SALVADOR DALÍ | The Harbinge, (Mystische Hochzeit), drawing for the lithographic drawing New Jerusalem, Levine and Levine (1980)
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Salvador Dalí
- The Harbinge, (Mystische Hochzeit), drawing for the lithographic drawing New Jerusalem, Levine and Levine (1980)
- signed Dalí (lower centre)
- ink, gouache and watercolour on cardboard
- 27,2 x 21 cm; 10 5/8 x 8 1/4 in.
- Executed circa 1976.
Provenance
Private collection, Andorra (acquired directly from the artist)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Executed on cardboard, not laid down and hinged to the overmount at one point along the upper edge with tape. Examination under UV light reveals no evidence of retouching. There is some handling marks and some superficial dirt to the lower right corner. This work is in overall very good condition.
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"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
This work was possibly executed to illustrate the book by Ovide L'Art d'aimer, Centre culturel de Paris (1979).
Nicolas and Olivier Descharnes have kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work.
Nicolas and Olivier Descharnes have kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work.