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Fernand Léger
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- le cirque (saphire 44-106)
- Lithographs
- Each sheet: 422 by 325mm; 16 5/8 by 12¾in
The complete portfolio, 1950, comprising 63 lithographs, 34 printed in colours, the justification signed in ink and numbered XX (an hors commerce example aside from the edition of 280), with title-page and text, on Arches wove paper, published by Tériade, Les Editions Verve, Paris, the sheets loose as published with title on uppers, lacking the paper-covered slipcase
Condition
The full sheets, in generally good condition apart from intermittent staining to the sheets at edges and corners, occasional foxing, pale paper discoloration, some offsetting, two double-page sheets in colours very discoloured with light-and mount-staining and remnants of old hinging tape verso.
"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."