Lot 241
  • 241

Jean-Jules-Louis Cavaillès 1901-1977

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Jean-Jules-Louis Cavaillès
  • Nature morte au violon
  • signed J. Cavaillès and dated 49 (upper right); signed and titled (on the reverse)
  • oil on canvas
  • 36 1/4 by 28 3/4 in.
  • 92 by 73 in.

Provenance

Acquired by the mother of the present owner, Paris, 1985
Thence by descent

Condition

Overall good condition. Canvas not lined. Repair approx. 2 in long in the center about 3 in. above the rim of the vase on the left. This repair corresponds with a patch on the reverse. Retouches to the surface in this spot, which are visible under UV light. No other inpainting is visible. Vertical lines of craquelure lower right quadrant. Apart from this, the colors are fresh and the surface is in good condition.
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.

Catalogue Note

This work will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné being prepared by Tjerk Wiegersma and Richard Oudenhuysen under the registration number S_08_066.