M. van der Straeten, Belgique
Acquis du précédent en 2005 par le propriétaire actuel

Please note that measurements in inches are incomplete in the printed catalogue and should read 13 1/8 x 10 1/2 in. Executed on cream wove paper not laid down. The sheet is fixed to the mount at intermittant points along the edges. There are two minor tears to the upper point of the right edge and three spots of foxing in the lower left, upper left and upper right corners. Apart from some very minor spots of foxing in the white border and some light time-staining, this work is in very good original 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."

Cette œuvre est une étude pour une huile sur toile intitulée Composition ou Composition aux œufs.

signed 'Alb Gleizes' and dated '21' (lower right), gouache on paper. Executed in 1921.