Maria Helena Vieira da Silva

Collection particulière, Londres
Collection Urvater, Belgique
Galerie Artcurial, Paris
Acquis auprès de celle-ci en 1977

Lausanne, Galerie Alice Pauli, Hommage à Vieira da Silva, 1992; catalogue, p.24, no.5, illustré
Paris, Fondation Dina Vierny - Musée Maillol, Maria Helena Vieira Da Silva, 1999 ; catalogue, pp.84-85, illustré en couleurs

Virginie Duval, Diane Daval Béran, Vieira da Silva - Catalogue Raisonné, Genève, 1994, p.180, no.931, illustré
Virginie Duval, Diane Daval Béran, Vieira da Silva - Monographie, Genève, 1993, p.337, illustré en couleurs
Ministère de l'Instruction Publique Belge, Les grandes collections belges, Collection Urvater, Editions de la Connaissance, 1957, no.118, illustré en couleurs (titré Paysage de janvier)

This work is in very good condition. It is on its original canvas. The surface is intact. Under UV light, there is no evidence of any retouching. The overall tonality is less orange and more yellow than in the catalogue's illustration.
"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.
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signed; oil on canvas. Executed in 1952.

Vieira da Silva au 34 rue de l'Abbé-Carton. © Adelman