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Henri Matisse
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Matisse
- Tête penchée, nœud drapé devant l'épaule
- signed H. Matisse and dated 8/43 (upper left)
- charcoal and estompe on paper
- 40.5 by 30.3cm., 16 by 11⅞in.
Provenance
Private Collection, London
Acquired by the present owner in 2001
Acquired by the present owner in 2001
Literature
Christian Zervos, 'Peines d'esprit et joies de Matisse' in Cahiers d'Art, Paris, 1946, illustrated p. 169
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, the sheet is affixed to the mount in ten places around the edges. The sheet is time stained with some discolouration. There are a number of artist's pinholes around the edges of the sheet (approximately thirteen). The edges are deckled, and there are some light creases to the upper right edge. There are some minor spots of foxing visible in two places, firstly just to the left of the figure's shoulder and secondly on her neck. Otherwise this work is in good overall 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."
"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."