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Théo van Rysselberghe
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Théo van Rysselberghe
- Portrait de Claude Stevens en marin, au jardin
- Signed with the artist's monogram and dated Sept. 1919 (lower right)
- Oil on canvas
- 70 1/4 by 39 1/8 in.
- 178.4 by 99.4 cm
Provenance
M. & Mme Stevens (acquired directly from the artist in 1919)
Galerie Pogu, Paris (acquired by 1962)
Sale: Me Blache, Hôtel de vente rue Rameau, Versailles, March 26, 1968, lot 176
Galerie Jean Tiroche, Paris & New York (acquired by 1970)
Acquired circa 1990
Galerie Pogu, Paris (acquired by 1962)
Sale: Me Blache, Hôtel de vente rue Rameau, Versailles, March 26, 1968, lot 176
Galerie Jean Tiroche, Paris & New York (acquired by 1970)
Acquired circa 1990
Exhibited
Paris, Galerie Pogu, Théo van Rysselberghe, 1962, n.n.
Literature
Théo van Rysselberghe, letter to L. Pissarro, August 23, 1919
Théo van Rysselberghe, letter to A. Fontainas, September 15, 1919
Ronald Feltkamp, Théo van Rysselberghe, Catalogue raisonné, Brussels, 2003, no. 1919-014, illustrated p. 425
Théo van Rysselberghe, letter to A. Fontainas, September 15, 1919
Ronald Feltkamp, Théo van Rysselberghe, Catalogue raisonné, Brussels, 2003, no. 1919-014, illustrated p. 425
Condition
This work is in excellent condition. The canvas is unlined. Small area of abrasion to the model's proper left ankle where varnish has been removed. Some very minor lines of paint shrinkage. There is a stretcher bar mark along the upper edge and indication of previous tacking where the artist has extended the composition. Tiny flecks of paint loss in places. There is a thin vertical scratch approximately 2.5 inches in length in the lower right quadrant.
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.
Catalogue Note
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Olivier Bertrand and it will be included in his forthcoming Catalogue raisonné.