Lot 49
  • 49

Fernand Léger

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description

  • Fernand Léger
  • Le Coq sur les bûches
  • stamped F.L. (lower right)
  • gouache on paper laid down on canvas
  • 50.8 x 64 cm ; 20 x 25 1/8 in.

Condition

The sheet is slightly buckled towards the corners with some creasing, notably a 5cm horizontal crease in the upper part of the left edge, a curved crease in the centre of the right edge and a diagonal one on the birds neck. There is a 3cm repaired tear to the upper edge and a curved crease with a possible humidity stain to the bottom of the sheet. There is a 1cm round yellow stain to the right of the centre of the upper edge and some scattered media marks and handling smudges throughout with a few specks of minor foxing. Overall this work is in fairly 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. 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."