GEORGES ROUAULT | Femme assise de profil (L'attente)

Executed circa 1930.

Marcel Arland, Paris
Thence by descent to the present owner

Executed on two joined sheets of wove paper, or possibly on a sheet of paper previously folded horizontally in the lower part of the composition, laid down on cardboard. Examination under UV light reveals no evidence of retouching. Extreme edges are unevenly cut. There are a few pinholes at the lower corners and along the extreme edges. There are some minor scratches with associated paint losses in areas. There is some minor paint shrinkage in areas in the black pigment. 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."

The Fondation Georges Rouault has kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work.
This work is a study for Les carnets de Gilbert by Marcel Arland, NRF, Paris, 1931.