Lot 131
  • 131

Simon Hantai

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 EUR
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Description

  • Simon Hantai
  • Sans titre
  • signé des initiales et daté
  • aquarelle sur toile marouflée sur toile
  • 100,7 x 80 cm ; 39 5/8 x 31 1/2 in.
  • Exécuté en 1971.

Provenance

Collection particulière, Paris

Condition

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although they are more vivid in the original, as well as the constrast is more important in the original. The work is in excellent condition. Two tape or glue remnants are visible along the upper edge (approx. 3cm each) from 11cm and 20 cm of the right edge. A rub mark is visible in the lower left quadrant of the work (approx. 2cm). No trace of retouching is visible under UV light.
"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

signed with initials and dated ; watercolour on canvas laid down on canvas. Executed in 1971.