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Lot 445
  • 445

Joan Miró

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Joan Miró
  • Espriu
  • signed Miró (lower right)
  • brush and ink, gouache, pastel and pencil over etching with carborundum on paper 
  • plate size: 68.5 by 49.5cm., 27 by 19 1/8 in.
  • sheet size: 86 by 70cm., 33 7/8 by 27 1/2 in.

Provenance

Carlos Galofré Folch, Barcelona
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

Executed on two sheets of cream wove paper, not laid down and supported in the frame by the backing board. All four edges of both sheets are deckled. The top sheet is time stained and there are scattered spots of foxing to both sheets, predominantly around the edges. There are tape remnants to the centres of the upper and lower edges of the top sheet. There are a few tiny nicks in places to the extreme edges and some minor creasing and both sheets are slightly undulating. 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."