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Paul Guiragossian
Estimate
32,000 - 38,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Paul Guiragossian
- Prière Collective (Collective Prayers)
- signed and dated Paul Guiragossian '64 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 73 by 60cm.; 28 3/4 by 23 5/8 in.
Provenance
Collection of the Artist, Beirut
Collection of Mr. Tusuzian, Beirut (acquired directly from the above)
Thence by descent
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2016
Collection of Mr. Tusuzian, Beirut (acquired directly from the above)
Thence by descent
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2016
Condition
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Some very faint craquelure to the upper right section, this is inherent due to the impasto. The canvas is well stretched. No signs of restoration under UV light.
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are accurate.
"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
The authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by The Paul Guiragossian Foundation, Beirut. We would like to thank the Foundation for their assistance and support in researching this painting.