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HENRI MATISSE 1869-1954
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- Tete de Jeune Femme Sur Fond A Carreaux (D. 223)
- Plate: 123 by 95mm; 4 5/8 by 3¾in
- Sheet: 382 by 283mm; 15 by 11 1/8 in
Etching, 1931, signed in pencil, inscribed Essai, one of three trial proofs aside from the edition of 25, on chine applique supported on wove, with wide margins, the image in good condition, severe mount-staining, uneven foxing verso, pin holes at intervals along extreme edges of sheet, taped to mount in two places at left edge verso
Condition
Please note the severe mount staining which has turned the margins brown, otherwise as catalogued
"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."
"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."