- 11
Paul Signac
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Signac
- Audierne
- Stamped P. Signac and inscribed Audierne (lower right)
- Sepia wash over black chalk on paper
- 11 by 15 1/2 in.
- 27.9 by 39.4 cm
- Executed circa 1925.
Provenance
Charles E. Slatkin, New York
Acquired from the above on December 3, 1968
Acquired from the above on December 3, 1968
Exhibited
(Probably) New York, Charles E. Slatkin Galleries, Paul Signac 1863-1935, 1968, no. 52
Condition
The work is sepia wash over black chalk on paper. The sheet is hinged to the mat backing at several points along the top and bottom margins verso, with slight associated discoloration visible, recto. There is minor surface dirt and some handling creases throughout. There is a slight fault in the paper which is visible in the lower left quadrant beginning about an inch above the lower margin, and extending upwards about an inch. There is faint mat staining and light staining to the sheet. The work is matted to expose the sheet edges. There is a small flattened diagonal hard crease in the extreme upper right cornerDue to the matting the entire verso has not been examined. The work presents very well and is in generally very 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.
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.