- 520
Bernard Buffet
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Bernard Buffet
- BOUQUET AUX PAPILLONS
- signed Bernard Buffet and dated 59 (centre right)
- oil on paper laid down on board
- 65.2 by 50.2cm., 25 5/8 by 19 3/4 in.
Provenance
Wally Findlay Galleries Inc., Chicago
Mrs Harry M. Epstine, Pittsburgh (acquired from the above in 1961)
Acquired by the present owner from the estate of the above
Mrs Harry M. Epstine, Pittsburgh (acquired from the above in 1961)
Acquired by the present owner from the estate of the above
Condition
Executed on paper, laid down on board. There are some areas of dark fluorescence to the right of the vase, the largest 2 by 1cm., possibly retouching, visible under UV light. This work is in good condition.
Colours: Fairly accurate, although less yellow 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."