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Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
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Description
- Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita
- La Laborantine
- signé Foujita et daté 59 (en bas à gauche)
- huile et encre sur toile
- 55,1 x 33,1 cm
- 21 5/8 x 13 in.
Provenance
Jean-Claude Roussel (commandé auprès de l'artiste en 1959)
Collection particulière, France
Collection particulière, France
Condition
The canvas is not lined. A close inspection reveals two minor zones of hairline shrinkage above the right-most rabbit's nose and around the figure's elbow. Examination under UV light reveals a thin line of minor retouching to the right part of the upper edge. This work is in excellent 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 'Foujita' and dated '59' (lower left), oil and ink on canvas. Painted in 1959.