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René Magritte
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 EUR
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Description
- René Magritte
- LE LANGAGE DES COULEURS
- signé Magritte (en bas à gauche)
- gouache sur papier
- 25,3 x 34,8 cm
- 9 7/8 x 13 3/4 in.
Provenance
Lou Cosyn, Bruxelles
Acquis du précédent par le propriétaire actuel
Acquis du précédent par le propriétaire actuel
Literature
David Sylvester (ed.), Sarah Whitfield & Michael Raeburn, René Magritte. Catalogue raisonné, Anvers, 1994, vol. IV : Gouaches, Temperas, Watercolours & Papier Collés 1918-1967, no. 1496, reproduit p. 236
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is taped to the over-mount along the edges. Apart from some light time-staining this work is in very 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.
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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
signed 'Magritte' (lower left), gouache on paper. Executed circa 1961.