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Henri Matisse
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- Poesies Antillaises (Duthuit 37)
- lithograph
- Overall size: 470 by 355mm; 18 1/2 by 14in
The album, 1972, comprising 28 lithographs (lacking some ornaments and text), text and justification, this copy with the accompaning suite of ten lithographs from the set of 12 (two printed on each sheet), possibly proof impressions as two are annotated Bon placement in pencil (aside from the edition of 50), on various papers, the sheets loose in a cloth-covered box
Condition
The full sheets, generally in good condition, further to the description - on Arches wove paper and four lithographs from the suite on Japan nacré paper.
Please note that the album from the numbered edition of 50 also contains the accompanying suite. There was also an edition of 200 numbered from 51/250 and 25 impressions numbered I/XXV-XXV/XXV. The total edition was 275.
"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."