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James Ensor
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- James Ensor
- Acacia; Bouquet d'Arbres; Sentier à Groenendael; and Sous-Bois à Groenendael (D., T., E. 24, 41, 48, 63)
- etchings and drypoint on paper
- largest sheet (T. 24): 300 by 240mm 11 7/8 by 9 1/2 in
- smallest sheet (T. 41): 131 by 178mm 5 1/8 by 7in
Four drypoints and etchings, 1888, all final states, T. 41 signed in pencil, T. 48 signed and dated in pencil, titled, T. 24, 41 and 48 on simili japon paper, T. 63 on oriental laid paper
Provenance
T. 48 ex coll. G. Behaegel, Pittem (not in Lugt); T. 41 ex coll. Auguste Joye (L. 3084)
Condition
Acacia (T. 24): With wide margins, in good condition, two very pale stains and light rubbing at the upper sheet edge due to previous hinging, a few soft handling creases and minute fox marks, previous hinge remnants at the left sheet edge verso, unframed. (A couple of traces of ink residue in the margins).
Group of Trees (T. 41): With margins, uneven paper discoloration and a small circular area of discoloration in the centre of the platemark above the image, occasional minute fox marks, tape around the sheet edges verso and previous hinge remnants and rubbing elsewhere on the verso, unframed.
Footpath at Groenendael (T. 48): With margins, generally in good condition, the sheet is toned, areas of skinning verso, unframed.
Forest at Groenendael (T. 63): With wide margins, in good condition, occasional creases around the sheet edges, unframed. (A trace of ink residue in the left margin).
"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."