Marie Laurencin
La sœur de Narcisse
Marie Laurencin
1885 - 1956
La sœur de Narcisse
signed Marie Laurencin and dated Août 1908 (towards lower right)
pencil, ink and watercolour on paper
17 x 13 cm; 6¾ x 5⅛ in. (visible dimensions)
Executed in August 1908.
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Marie Laurencin
1885 - 1956
La sœur de Narcisse
signé Marie Laurencin et daté Août 1908 (en bas vers la droite)
crayon, encre et aquarelle sur papier
17 x 13 cm; 6¾ x 5⅛ in. (dimensions visibles)
Exécuté en août 1908.
It has not been possible to examine the work fully unframed. Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down and affixed to the overmount along all four edegs with tape. The sheet is light stained with dots of foxing. This work is in overall 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Sale: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, March 8, 1933, lot 23
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Vente: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 8 mars 1933, lot 23