MAURICE DE VLAMINCK | Paysage au crépuscule

Galerie de L'Elysée (Alex Maguy), Paris
Private Collection, New York (sale: Sotheby's, London, 6th February 2013, lot 205)
Purchased 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 small spot of retouching to the upper right corner. There is some minor craquelure visible, in particular to the white pigment of the clouds, and there is some pigment shrinkage 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."

This work is accompanied by an Attestation of Inclusion from the Wildenstein Institute, and it will be included in the forthcoming Vlaminck Digital Catalogue raisonné, currently being prepared under the sponsorship of the Wildenstein Plattner Institute, Inc.