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Moïse Kisling
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Moïse Kisling
- Femme nue assise
- Signed Kisling (lower left); dated Paris 1948 (lower right); signed Kisling and dated Paris 1948 (on the stretcher)
- Oil on canvas
- 16 1/4 by 13 in.
- 41.2 by 33 cm
Provenance
Simon & Fannie Grosman, Paris (acquired circa 1948-55)
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
The work is in very good condition. The canvas is unlined. There are a couple of minor fine lines of craquelure scattered throughout, otherwise it appears stable. Under UV light, there is a layer of varnish that is difficult to read through.There are some scattered minor strokes of retouching in the drapery in the figure's lap, as well as in the background to the left of the figure's head. There is a small line of vertical inpainting in the chair, otherwise fine.
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.