Lot 325
  • 325

Man Ray

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Man Ray
  • Mes possessions secrètes
  • Signed Man Ray, dated Paris 27-10-61 and titled Mes possessions secrètes (lower right)
  • Pen and ink and colored felt-tip pen on cut-out paper in artist's frame
  • Framed: 22 5/8 by 15 1/8 in.
  • 57.6 by 38.7 cm

Provenance

Galerie Marion Meyer, Paris
Private Collection (acquired in 1984 and sold: Christie's, New York, March 10, 2010, lot 64)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The frame is in excellent condition and bears an inscription in Juliet Man Ray's hand on the reverse. The sheet shows signs of some light time-staining. A close inspection reveals three faint flattened creases, a small spot of surface abrasion in the lower left corner and a small tear to the lower right edge of the sheet which appear to be inherent to the artistic process. This work is in overall 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.