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Louis Valtat
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Louis Valtat
- VERGER DEVANT LA COLLINE
- Signed with the initials L.V. (lower right)
- Oil on canvas
- 25 1/2 by 32 in.
- 65 by 81.2 cm
Provenance
Ambroise Vollard, Paris (acquired from the artist)
Private Collection, Europe
Private Collection, Europe
Condition
Canvas is lined and its edges have been reinforced with tape. Surface retains a rich texture. A pin-dot surface stain is evident below the center of the lower left quadrant of the composition. Under UV light: few small spots of retouching are present at the extreme upper right corner of the canvas to address prior frame abrasion. In addition, a few scattered strokes of retouching are visible along the extreme edges, also to address prior frame abrasion. Otherwise work is fine; the work is in good condition overall.
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.