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André Lhote
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- André Lhote
- Nature morte aux fruits et cigare
- Signed and dated Lhote. A. 08. (lower left)
- Oil on canvas
- 18 1/8 by 25 5/8 in.
- 46 by 65.1 cm.
- Painted in 1908.
Provenance
Private collection, France
Sale: Tajan, Paris, May 28, 2008, lot 23
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Sale: Tajan, Paris, May 28, 2008, lot 23
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
The picture surface is in generally good condition, with some minor pigment separation and a dirty varnish. The items in the still life retain their impasto. Under UV, there are inpaints throughout the background and scattered through the white cloth at lower right.
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.