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George Morren
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- George Morren
- LE PIANO
- signed Morren and dated 1939 (lower left); signed G. Morren, titled and dated 1939 on the reverse
oil on canvas
- 91 by 132cm., 35 7/8 by 52in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the family of the present owner
Condition
The canvas is not lined. There is a 5cm. line of retouching to the side of the right hand window, a small spot of retouching between the still life and the window, and a couple of small spots beneath the right shoe of the smoker. Apart from some light craquelure to the thicker areas of impasto, this work is in very good condition.
Colours: The colours are warmer 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
The lady depicted in the present work is Orpha Demets, the artist's wife and a relative of the present owner.