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Bernard Buffet
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Bernard Buffet
- Tête de clown
- Signed Bernard Buffet and dated 55 (upper right)
- Watercolor, gouache and India ink over pencil on paper affixed to board
- 25 5/8 by 19 5/8 in.; 65 by 50 cm
- Executed in 1955.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Watercolor, gouache and India ink over pencil on paper affixed at the extreme edges to Masonite. The central area of the work is not adhered to the masonite; the sheet may have potentially been affixed by the artist. Artist pinholes visible along all four edges and in the corners. Minor abrasions at the extreme edges and some very minor discoloration. Colors bright and fresh. 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.
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.