JOAN MIRÓ | Composition (Bagatelles végétales)

Private collection, Paris
Sale: Sotheby's, Paris, May 28, 2009, lot 22
Private collection, Europe
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, hinged to the overmount with tape along the upper edge. The two sheets are affixed together along the upper edge. The right, left and lower edges of the upper sheet and the right edge of the lower sheet are deckled, with a few associated minor nicks. There are three original holes, with associated scuffs and nicks, towards the centre of the composition. There are scuffs in places, inherent to the artistic process, on the upper sheet of paper. There is a minor crease running vertically to the upper part of the right edge. There are some dots and spots of faint foxing towards the centre of the lower and upper edges. There are some media marks along the lower edge of the lower sheet. The sheet is slightly light stained. 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."

This work was executed to illustrated Bagatelles végétales by Michel Leiris, published by Jean Aubier, Paris, 1956.

ADOM has confirmed the authenticity of this work.