Details

Provenance

Galleria Tega, Milan Private Asian Collection

Exhibited

Milan, Galleria Tega, Georges Mathieu, 7 April - 30 May 1987

Literature

Georges Mathieu, Edizioni Galleria Tega, Milan, 1987 Mathieu: 50 Ans de Création, Editions Hervas, Paris, 2003, p. 506-507 Condition The work is overall in good and its original condition, except for the very minor signs of hairline craquelure in scattered places, all of which appear to be in stable condition. Upon close inspection, there are a few pinpoint paint losses at the thick impasto surfaces in scattered places, and a minor sign (approx. 0.5 x 0.5 cm) of paint loss in the upper left. Examination under UV light reveals no sign of restoration. "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." Catalogue Note This work will be included in the Catalogue Raisonné of the artist, currently being prepared by Le Comité Georges Mathieu (n°GM80051) This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Le Comité Georges Mathieu

Catalog summary

Mathieu, Georges Chton signed in French and dated 85; inscribed to the stretcher on the reverse oil on canvas 97 by 162 cm; 38 ¼ by 63 ¾ in. Provenance Galleria Tega, Milan Private Asian Collection Exhibited Milan, Galleria Tega, Georges Mathieu, 7 April - 30 May 1987 Literature Georges Mathieu, Edizioni Galleria Tega, Milan, 1987 Mathieu: 50 Ans de Création, Editions Hervas, Paris, 2003, p. 506-507 Condition The work is overall in good and its original condition, except for the very minor signs of hairline craquelure in scattered places, all of which appear to be in stable condition. Upon close inspection, there are a few pinpoint paint losses at the thick impasto surfaces in scattered places, and a minor sign (approx. 0.5 x 0.5 cm) of paint loss in the upper left. Examination under UV light reveals no sign of restoration. "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." Catalogue Note This work will be included in the Catalogue Raisonné of the artist, currently being prepared by Le Comité Georges Mathieu (n°GM80051) This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Le Comité Georges Mathieu