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André Masson
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- André Masson
- Épithalame
- Signed andré Masson (lower center)
- Oil, tempera and sand on canvas
- 23 5/8 by 26 3/4 in.
- 60.2 by 73.1 cm
Provenance
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Private Collection, Germany (and sold: Sotheby’s, London, June 25, 1996, lot 294)
Acquired at the above sale sale by the present owner
Private Collection, Germany (and sold: Sotheby’s, London, June 25, 1996, lot 294)
Acquired at the above sale sale by the present owner
Condition
The work is in excellent condition. The canvas is not lined. The surface is richly textured and the pigments are strong and vibrant. There are a few pindot losses to the paint along the lower center and right edge. Under UV light: certain original pigments fluoresce, but no inpainting is apparent.
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.