SONIA DELAUNAY | Rhythme couleur

Jacques Damase, Paris (a gift from the artist)
Private Collection, Paris (by descent from the above)
Private Collection, Europe (acquired from the above. Sold: Cornette de Saint Cyr, Paris, 27th June 2019, lot 20)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, and attached to the mount in four places. The sheet is slightly time-stained and there are a couple of spots of foxing in the upper right corner and in the lower right corner. There are some minor handling marks and creases. There is some studio staining along the extreme left edge of the sheet. There is a loss to the green gouache at lower centre measuring approximately 2 x 1cm. 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. 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."

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Richard Riss.