Lot 379
  • 379

Maurice de Vlaminck

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Maurice de Vlaminck
  • LA ROUTE DANS LE VILLAGE
  • signed Vlaminck (lower right)
  • gouache, watercolour and ink on paper
  • 45.5 by 55.2cm., 17 7/8 by 21 3/4 in.

Provenance

Musée de l'Athenée, Geneva
Acquired from the above in 1958 and thence by descent to the present owner


To be included in the forthcoming Maurice de Vlaminck Catalogue raisonné being prepared by Maïthé Vallès-Bled and Godeliève de Vlaminck under the sponsorship of the Wildenstein Institute.

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, affixed to a window mat along the perimeter of the verso. Nailhead-size loss at lower right near the signature which is concealed by the mat. Sheet is slightly time-darkened, though colors are bright and fresh. Verso shows staining of a prior acidic base. Work is in good 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.
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