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Georges Rouault
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Georges Rouault
- L'Ancien
- Signed G. Rouault (lower right); titled and numbered 2 (on the reverse); numbered 2 (on the stretcher)
- Oil on paper laid down on canvas
- 19 3/4 by 17 1/2 in.
- 50.2 by 44.5 cm
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
The painting is in good original condition. The impasto is impressive and strong. There is a T shape line of craquelure approximately 3 in. long in the lower right quadrant. There is a small (ca. 1/2 in.) fleck of paint loss associated with this. Further line of craquelure to the lower right quadrant approx. 3 in. long. Minor paint shrinkage to the black pigment of the eye. Under UV light: there is no apparent in-painting to the pigment.
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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.