ANDRÉ DERAIN | Femme nue allongée jambe droite repliée

Alex Maguy (Galerie de l'Elysée), Paris
Private Collection (sold: Sotheby's, New York, 10th April 1980, lot 6)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down and attached to the backing board along all four edges. The left and right edges of the sheet are deckled and the lower edge is slightly unevenly cut. There is a repaired tear (approx. 5cm. long) to the lower half of the left edge. There are a few spots of foxing in places, most notably to the upper right quadrant, as well as a spot to the model's face. There is some mount staining to the upper and lower edges, and the sheet is gently time-stained. 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 the Comité Derain.