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El Hussein Fawzi
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- El Hussein Fawzi
- A Glimpse from History of the Channel Crossing
- signed El Hussein Fawzi; signed and titled on the reverse
- oil on masonite
- 93 by 120cm.; 36 1/2 by 47 1/4 in.
- Executed circa 1980s.
Provenance
Family Estate, United Kingdom
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2014
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2014
Condition
Condition:
This work is in good condition. A thin layer of dust can be noticed upon closer inspection. Some paint loss and surface irregularities alongside the 4 edges due to the friction with the frame. A surface loss to the upper-right edge. No sign of restoration under the UV light.
Colour:
The colour in the catalogue illustration is accurate, with the overall tonality being slightly more yellow in the original work.
"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."