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Provenance

Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris Kunsthalle, Basel Saidenberg Gallery, New York BC Holland Inc., Chicago Richard Gray Gallery, Chicago James Francis Trezza, New York

Exhibited

Paris, Galerie Louise Leiris, F. Léger, Dessins et gouaches 1909-1955 , 1958. no. 11, illustrated in the catalogue Condition Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, hinged to the mount at the top two corners, the edges remain visible when framed. There are artist's pinholes to all four corners. Apart from some tiny nicks, mainly to the bottom left corner, and some light overall time staining, where the ink has faded, 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." Catalogue Note The present work is executed on the reverse of a printed advertisement for artist supplies.

Catalog summary

Fernand Léger COMPOSITION MÉCANIQUE signed F. L. and dated 1918 (lower right) pen and ink and pencil on paper 27.3 by 21.6cm., 10 3/4 by 8 1/2 in. Provenance Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris Kunsthalle, Basel Saidenberg Gallery, New York BC Holland Inc., Chicago Richard Gray Gallery, Chicago James Francis Trezza, New York Exhibited Paris, Galerie Louise Leiris, F. Léger, Dessins et gouaches 1909-1955 , 1958. no. 11, illustrated in the catalogue Condition Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, hinged to the mount at the top two corners, the edges remain visible when framed. There are artist's pinholes to all four corners. Apart from some tiny nicks, mainly to the bottom left corner, and some light overall time staining, where the ink has faded, 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." Catalogue Note The present work is executed on the reverse of a printed advertisement for artist supplies.