Lot 427
  • 427

MAURICE DE VLAMINCK | La route en Flandre

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • Maurice de Vlaminck
  • La route en Flandre
  • signed Vlaminck (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 60.5 by 73.5cm., 23 7/8 by 29in.

Provenance

Leicester Galleries, London
Mrs B. Higgins, London (acquired from the above in 1938)
Thence by descent to the late owner

Condition

The canvas is not lined and inspection under UV light reveals no signs of retouching. The is some minor frame abrasion to the extreme edges of the canvas. There are some extremely fine lines of craquelure in places, only visible upon close inspection, and one or two tiny lost impasto tips. This work is in overall 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."

Catalogue Note

This work will be included in the Archives Vlaminck founded by Madame Godeliève de Vlaminck, in collaboration with Madame Pascale Krausz.