PAUL SIGNAC | Lomalo

Juan Bernhardt (sold: Sotheby's, London, 29th April 1964, lot 2)
Private Collection, London (purchased at the above sale)
Private Collection, London (by descent from the above. Sold: Sotheby's, London, 24th June 2014, lot 161)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down, hinged intermittently to a window mount along all edges. The sheet is time-stained and there is some mount staining to all four extreme edges. There is slight undulation to the centre of the lower edge. There is a black crayon sketch and various inscriptions by the artist on the verso. 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 authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Marina Ferretti.