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Henri Matisse
Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Matisse
- Nézy (Grand Figure)
- Signed Henri Matisse and dated 40 (lower left)
- Charcoal on paper
- 22 1/8 by 19 in.
- 56.2 by 48.3 cm
Provenance
Pierre & Maria-Gaetna Matisse Foundation
Gerald Peters Gallery, Santa Fe
Acquired from the above in 2003
Literature
Lydia Delectorskaya, Henri Matisse. Contre vents et marées, Paris, 1996, illustrated p. 108
Condition
On cream wove paper. The sheet has been cut and is affixed in several places along the perimter. There are repaired pinholes at all four corners. The sheet is a little dirty, particularly along the extreme left edge, and there is a slight tear along the right edge near the bottom corner. Otherwise the work appears to be in very 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.