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René Magritte
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- René Magritte
- Sans Titre (étude pour Le Roman populaire)
- crayon sur papier
- 45,5 x 32,6 cm ; 17 7/8 x 12 7/8 in.
Provenance
Georgette Magritte, Bruxelles
Acquis auprès du précédent par le propriétaire actuel
Acquis auprès du précédent par le propriétaire actuel
Condition
Executed on wove paper, laid down on paper. It has not been possible to completely unframe the work and examine the extremes edges. There is a paper loss to the lower right corner probably original (visible in the catalogue illustration) and two tiny paper losses to the left part of the upper edge. There are a few minor creases along the edges notably in the upper right corner. Apart from a few darker stains to the upper left corner, to the right hand woman's feet and towards the upper right quadrant (visible in the catalogue illustration), this work is in 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
pencil on paper. Executed circa 1944.