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Bernard Buffet
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Bernard Buffet
- Ombelles et iris dans un vase
- signed Bernard Buffet and dated 63 (lower right)
- oil, wax crayon and pen and ink on paper laid down on canvas
- 65 by 49.9cm., 25 1/2 by 19 5/8 in.
Provenance
Galerie David et Garnier, Paris
Roger Fererro, Geneva
Acquired from the above by the late owner in the 1984
Roger Fererro, Geneva
Acquired from the above by the late owner in the 1984
Condition
Oil, wax crayon and pen and ink on paper laid down on canvas. There is an uneven layer of varnish preventing the UV light from fully penetrating however, UV examination reveals small spots of retouching to all four corners associated with pin holes to the sheet. There are a few flecks of paint loss predominantly to the uppermost blue flowers and a further pigment loss to the lower part of the left edge. There is some minor frame rubbing along the upper edge and a few surface scratches in places. This work is in overall 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."