Lot 59
  • 59

RIK WOUTERS | Femme couchée lisant le journal (recto - verso)

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Rik Wouters
  • Femme couchée lisant le journal (recto - verso)
  • ink on paper
  • 28 x 41 cm; 11 x 16 1/8  in. (visible dimensions)

Provenance

Nel Wouters (the artist's widow)
Jean Vanderlinden, Brasschaat (acquired from the above)
Philippe Vanderlinden, Brasschaat
Thence by descent to the present owner

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down and attached to the overmount with tape along the edges of the verso. There is some mat staining to the edges and there are some spots of foxing in places. 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."

Catalogue Note

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Olivier Bertrand and it will be included in the Catalogue raisonné des Œuvres sur papier de Rik Wouters.