LÉONARD FOUJITA | Nu allongé, Youki

Galerie Montauti, Nice
Private collection, south of France
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Executed on brown wove paper, laid down on cardboard. Edges are slightly unevenly cut with a few associated nicks. There are a few dark dots, possibly foxing, to the model's proper right shoulder, to the lower part of the left edge and to the left part of the upper edge. There are flattened creases and superficial scratches notably visible in the upper left quadrant. The sheet is light stained with dots of foxing. There are areas of faint discolouration in places, notably to the right and lower part of the background, and a few dots of brown stain to the model's proper left hip.The medium appears to have faded. This work is in overall fair and stable 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.
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This work will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné by Sylvie Buisson.