Lot 85
  • 85

Paul César Helleu

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Paul César Helleu
  • Nu
  • signed and indistinctly inscribed Darling, 18 ans; Helleu lower left
  • chalks and pencil on paper
  • 50.5 by 44cm, 21¼ by17¼in.

Provenance

The Ferrers Gallery, London
Acquired from the above, probably in the 1970s

Condition

The sheet is not laid down but hinged to the mat at the upper corners on the reverse. A number of wrinkles are faintly visible notably towards the edges. There is a spot of rubbing beneath her navel which may be inherent to the work. Overall the medium is strong. Presented in a decorative gilt frame under glass. Edges covered by mat.
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