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Francis Picabia
Estimate
30,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Francis Picabia
- à Bichette
- Signed Francis Picabia (lower right) and inscribed and dated Bichette très affectueusement 1942 (lower left)
- Oil, charcoal, and ink wash on paper
- 16 by 11 5/8 in.
- 40.5 by 29.6 cm
Provenance
Private Collection, Europe
Condition
Laid down on board and taped along edges (two cuts in tape at lower right corner); four areas of tape remnants and associated staining along top edge; 1 inch tear and small loss at upper edge; circular stain at upper left corner; scattered dots of foxing, particularly at lower right corner; some staining from application of white gouache in area between figure's shoulder and hair.
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.