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Lot 18
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E. L. T. Mesens

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description

  • E. L. T. Mesens
  • L'idée
  • signé et daté 1960 ; signé, titré « L'Idée » et daté No.33/1960 au dos
  • collage sur carton
  • 54,2 x 8,6 cm
  • 21 3/8 x 3 3/8 in.

Provenance

Grovesnor Gallery, Londres
Acquis auprès du précédent en 1973

Condition

Executed on beige card, not laid down. The card is fixed to the over-mount along the upper and lower edges and in the centre. The edges are slightly irregular. A close inspection reveals four artist's pinholes and two tiny nicks to the surface towards the lower edge, partially covered by the red collage paper and almost certainly inherent to the artistic process. There are some old glue stains and light surface abrasion towards the centre of the left edge. Apart from some light frame abrasion and time-staining, this work is in very good original 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."

Catalogue Note

signed and dated 1960 ; signed, titled « L'Idée » and dated No.33/1960 on the reverse ; collage on card.