Tsuguharu Foujita

Robert Dreyfus, Mexico (don de l'artiste)
Transmis par descendance aux actuels proprétaires

Executed on tracing paper laid down on buff-coloured board. There are thin vertical creases to the centre of the bottom edge and to the centre of the top edge, inherent to the laying down process and horizontal lines of discoloration to the bottom left quadrant (all visible in the catalogue illustration). There are some pinhead-sized spots of foxing to the top left quadrant and a pinhead-sized remnant of glue to the top right corner (both visible in the catalogue illustration). Apart from some tiny losses to the centre of the left and bottom edges, a 1cm. tear to the centre of the right edge and a tiny flattened crease to the top right corner this work is in good condition. Colours: Overall fairly accurate although less red in the original.
"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."

signed 'Foujita' and in Japanese, titled 'Lourdes' and dated 'Rio de Janeiro 1931' (towards lower right),brush and ink, pencil, pastel, watercolour and estompe on card. Executed in Rio de Janeiro in 1931.