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Bernard Cathelin
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Bernard Cathelin
- Les Tournesols
- Signed CATHELIN and dated 71 (lower right); titled, dated and signed Les Tournesols ÉTÉ 1971 Cathelin (on the reverse)
Oil on canvas
- 77 by 51 1/4 in.
- 195.6 by 130.2 cm.
Provenance
David Findlay Galleries, New York
Condition
The canvas is unlined and slightly slack. The paint surface is in good condition. There are some scattered areas of paint loss across the work that reveal the bright blue ground, mainly on the left side. There is also a loss in the vase. The impasto remains remarkably fresh. Under UV there appear to be no signs of inpainting.
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.