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Fernand Léger
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Fernand Léger
- Les Acrobates
- signed F. Leger and dated 52 on the reverse
- enamelled ceramic
- 47.5 by 44cm., 18 3/4 by 17 3/8 in.
Provenance
Philippe Dotremont, Brussels (acquired directly from the artist)
Private Collection (by descent from the above)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Private Collection (by descent from the above)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Partially glazed enamelled ceramic. There are some light surface dirt and minor surface marks to the white unglazed composition, consistent with age and handling, and some very small air bubbles to the red glazed area consistent with the firing process. This work is in overall very good condition.
Colours: Overall fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though the red fresher in the original.
"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."