PAUL GUIRAGOSSIAN | Nature Morte (Still Life)

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

Condition: This work is in good condition. Some stable faint craquelure across the impasto around the central area of the painting, all in line with the age of the painting. A few dark blue marks on the center right, inherent to the artist's creative process. The canvas has been re-stretched and re-lined. However, the original canvas has been kept on the reverse. Some signs of minor restoration under the UV light, mostly cosmetic. Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are accurate, with the overall hues of the original work being more vivid.
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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.