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Émile Othon Friesz
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Émile Othon Friesz
- BOUQUET DE FLEURS
signed Othon Friesz (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 45 by 30cm., 17 3/4 by 11 7/8 in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Germany (a gift from the artist)
Private Collection, Germany (acquired by 1978)
Probably acquired from the above by the late owner
Literature
Robert Martin & Odile Aittouarès, Émile Othon Friesz, L'œuvre peint, Paris, 1995, no. 698, illustrated p. 257
Condition
The canvas is not lined and there appear to be no signs of retouching visible under UV light. Apart from a minor ridge running horizontally across the lower centre of the composition, probably inherent to the support, this work is in good original condition.
Colours: Overall fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, although the contrasts are stronger in the original.
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"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."