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Balthus
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Balthus
- AUTOPORTRAIT
signé Balthus et daté 1942 (en bas à droite)
fusain sur papier
- 42,7 x 33,2 cm ; 16 ¾ x 13 in.
Provenance
Pierre Matisse Gallery, New York
Exhibited
New York, E.V. Thaw & Co, Drawings by Balthus, 1963, no. 55
Chicago, Arts Club of Chicago, Balthus, 1964, no. 42
New York, Pierre Matisse Gallery, Balthus: "La Chambre turque", "Les Trois Soeurs", Drawings and Watercolours (1933-1966), 1967, no. 6
Literature
Jean Clair & Virginie Monnier, Balthus: Catalogue Raisonné of the Complete Works, Paris, 1999, no. D486, reproduit p. 227
Condition
Executed on blue laid paper, not laid down. The edge of the oval sheet is slightly irregular which is due to the previous framing. A close inspection reveals a 0,8cm nick to the extreme edge in the upper right part of the composition, not visible when framed. This work is in very good original 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. 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
signed 'Balthus' and dated '1942' (lower right), charcoal on paper. Executed in 1942.