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André Lhote
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- André Lhote
- Le Bain de soleil
- Signed A. Lhote. and dated 57. (lower right); signed A. Lhote, dated 1956 and titled Le Bain de soleil (on the reverse)
- Oil on canvas
- 25 5/8 by 31 7/8 in.
- 65 by 80.9 cm
Provenance
Juster Gallery, New York
Private Collection, Mexico (acquired from the above and thence by descent)
Private Collection, Mexico (acquired from the above and thence by descent)
Exhibited
New York, Juster Gallery, André Lhote, 1958, no. 12, illustrated in the catalogue
Condition
The canvas is not lined. The edges are reinforced with tape. Some stable thin lines of vertical craquelure in the thickest area of white pigment to the left of center. Otherwise, fine. Under UV light: some original pigments fluoresce but there is no apparent retouching. This work is in very good overall condition. The pigments are bright and well preserved.
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.