MAURICE DE VLAMINCK | Paysage

Galerie d'Art Moderne, Paris
Robert & Elisabeth Haskell (acquired from the above in 1948, thence by descent and sold: Sothebys, New York, December 15, 2014, lot 14)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

The canvas is not lined. There is a milky varnish preventing UV light from fully penetrating, however, examination under UV light appears to reveal a few small spots of retouching in the lower left quadrant, two smaller dost of retouching towards the centre of the right tree and a few further small horizontal lines of retouching in the brown pigment towards the lower part of the right edge, as well as some minor small dots and intermittent lines of retouching along the extreme edges. There is some paint shrinkage in the black pigment, most predominately to the trees and towards the upper right corner. There is some superficial dust to the surface and some minor frame rubbing along the extreme edges. 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 will be included in the forthcoming Maurice de Vlaminck digital database, being prepared under the sponsorship of the Wildenstein Plattner Institute, Inc.