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Berthe Morisot
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Le Bain
- Stamped with the artist's signature Berthe Morisot (lower left) (Lugt 1826)
- Sanguine and pencil on paper wrapped around board
- 18 3/4 by 23 5/8 in.
- 47.5 by 60 cm
Provenance
Estate of the artist
Condition
Top layer is tracing paper that has been glued to off white paper which is wrapped around the board. Discoloration appears to be due to the gluing between the two top layers. Some distress at extreme corners where wrapped around board.
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.
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 of works on paper being prepared by Yves Rouart, Delphine Montalant and Alain Clairet.