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Francis Newton Souza
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Newton Souza
- Untitled (Back of a Nude); Untitled (Seated Nude from Behind); Untitled (Standing Nude); Untitled (Standing Nude)
- Signed and dated 'Souza 63' lower left; Signed and dated 'Souza 63' lower left; Signed and dated 'Souza 63' lower right; Signed and dated 'Souza 57' upper left
Bearing Grosvenor Gallery labels on reverse
- Pencil on paper; Pencil on paper; Ink on paper; Pencil and gouache on paper
- 43 x 27.6 cm. (16 ⅞ x 10 ⅞ in.); 43 x 27.9 cm. (16 ⅞ x 11 in.); 26.4 x 19.6 cm. (10 ⅛ x 7 ¾ in.); 37.6 x 27.9 cm. (14 ⅞ x 11 in.)
- Executed between 1957 - 1963
STANDING NUDE
1957
signed and dated top left
Pencil and gouache on paper
14 x 11 in
STANDING NUDE
1963
signed and dated lower right
ink on paper
10 x 7 in
SEATED NUDE FROM BEHIND
1963
signed and dated lower left
Pencil on paper
16 x 11 in
BACK OF A NUDE
1963
signed and dated lower left
Pencil on paper
16 x 11 in
NUDE
1959
Signed and dated Souza ’59
Pencil on paper
7 7/8 x 12 in
1957
signed and dated top left
Pencil and gouache on paper
14 x 11 in
STANDING NUDE
1963
signed and dated lower right
ink on paper
10 x 7 in
SEATED NUDE FROM BEHIND
1963
signed and dated lower left
Pencil on paper
16 x 11 in
BACK OF A NUDE
1963
signed and dated lower left
Pencil on paper
16 x 11 in
NUDE
1959
Signed and dated Souza ’59
Pencil on paper
7 7/8 x 12 in
Provenance
Estate of the Artist
Christie’s London, The Art of Souza: Property from the Estate of Francis Newton Souza, 9 June 2010, lots 53, 95, 101
Christie’s London, The Art of Souza: Property from the Estate of Francis Newton Souza, 9 June 2010, lots 53, 95, 101
Condition
The paper in all the works have yellowed slightly due to age which is expected.
1. This work was folded in half, most likely by the artist himself and there is a crease present because of it. The edges of the paper are irregular which is possibly inherent.
2. Pinholes are present in the corners of the paper and very minor creases are also visible upon close inspection. Scattered accretions are also present however they are possibly inherent.
3. Very minor creases are visible throughout and the edges of the paper are irregular which is possibly inherent.
4. There are creases and small spots of foxing visible throughout. A small dent is visible in the paper in the lower left corner, below the artist's signature.
These works are in good overall condition, as viewed.
"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."
"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."