Lot 60
  • 60

Joan Miró

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Joan Miró
  • Danseuse Espagnole
  • Signed Miró and dated 1917 (lower right)
  • Pencil on paper
  • 7 3/8 by 5 7/8 in.
  • 18.7 by 15 cm
  • Executed in 1917.

Condition

Pencil on paper. Sheet is hinged top mat by archival tape at top, verso is visible. Recto: Surface in generally good condition, sheet shows signs of faint mat and light stain. There are a few scattered losses visible around the extreme edges of the sheet, not visible in the mat. There appears to be a 1/2 inch repair at the lower right edge. A 1/2 paper fault visible below the figure's proper left elbow at right center. A few scattered fox marks. Top of sheet is perforated, appears taken from artist's notebook. Recto: Mat stain. Paper appears somewhat sheared corresponding with repair mentioned above. Two 1 inch paper stains, possibly from prior adhesive or water at upper and lower center.
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.
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