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André Masson
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 EUR
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Description
- André Masson
- Lieu emblématique de l'éternel retour (Entrevisions)
- signed; titled and dated 1970 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 97 x 130,2 cm; 38 1/4 x 51 1/4 in.
Provenance
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Galleria Schwarz, Milan
Galerie Artcurial, Paris
Sale: Perrin, Royère, Lajeunesse, Versailles, June 14, 1987, lot 70
Collection Alain & Candice Fraiberger
Galleria Schwarz, Milan
Galerie Artcurial, Paris
Sale: Perrin, Royère, Lajeunesse, Versailles, June 14, 1987, lot 70
Collection Alain & Candice Fraiberger
Condition
The canvas is not lined. There is no evidence of retouching under UV light. There are a few hairline lines of craquelure to the most thicker applied pigment, notably in the brown/red pigment towards the centre of the upper edge. This work is in very 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
Everything must return to the original fire
The Storm of flames
Thus spake Heraclitus.
André Masson
The Storm of flames
Thus spake Heraclitus.
André Masson