ANDRÉ LANSKOY | Untitled

Private Collection, France

This work is executed on its original canvas and is not relined. Along the edges, several chips and small losses of paint have been carefully restored, most notably along the right edge in the lower right corner and in the upper left corner. Two small losses along the lower edge and near the signature have been carefully inpainted. Further close inspection reveals scattered uplifts in the composition, most notably along the upper and lower edges, which have been stabilized. Drying cracks are visible in the black paint. Webs of superficial cracks are visible in the thicker impastos. Under UV light inspection, these careful restorations fluoresce.
"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."

This work is accompanied by a letter of inclusion in the forthcoming André Lanskoy Catalogue Raisonné.