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Lot 523
  • 523

Balthus

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • Balthus
  • JEUNE FILLE AU COL BLANC
  • signed with the monogram (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 27 by 22cm., 10 5/8 by 8 5/8 in.

Provenance

Galerie Henriette Gomès, Paris
Dr Tuchwerger, Paris (sale: Sotheby's, London, 27th March 1985, lot 163)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Literature

Virginie Monnier & Jean Clair, Balthus, Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre complet, Paris, 1999, no. P 215, illustrated p. 160

Condition

The canvas is lined. There are no signs of retouching visible under UV light. This work is in good condition. Colours: Overall fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration.
"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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