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René Magritte
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- René Magritte
- Les bijoux indiscrets
- Signed magritte (towards lower right)
- Pencil on paper
- 11 5/8 by 15 1/2 in.
- 29.7 by 39.5 cm
Provenance
(Probably) Acquired in New York before 1980
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper. Attached to a window mat with tape at top corners on the verso. There is a two-inch tear at upper right corner with associated loss. Sheet is somewhat light-struck and there is a faint 1/2-inch mat stain around the perimeter. Small stain at center of lower edge that is concealed by window mat. Work is in 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.
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.