Joan MirĂ³
UNTITLED , 1968 (Executed)
Lot #230 |
2008-02-06 |
Sotheby's, London
Impressionist And Modern Works On Paper
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
GBP 25,000 - 35,000 (currency of sale)
USD 48,932 - 68,505 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L08006
Auction name: Impressionist And Modern Works On Paper
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2008-02-06
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Surrealism
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 21.1 by 27.8cm., 8 1/4 by 11in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
21.1
Width In Centimeters:
27.8
Height In Inches:
8.307
Width In Inches:
10.944
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Year notes: Executed in 1968.
Provenance
Gaume Marti Valls (a gift from the artist) Galeria Joan Prats, Madrid Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1985
Exhibited
Madrid, Galeria Joan Prats, VII Premio de Dibujo Joan MirĂ³ , 1968 Condition Executed on cream wove paper, laid down on card, attached to the mount at all four corners. There is a small 0.5cm. sq. loss, possibly intrinsic to the work, to the red gouache cresent. Apart from some light handling marks and surface dirt at the periphery, this work is in 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."
Catalog summary
Joan MirĂ³ UNTITLED signed MirĂ³ , dated 14/XI/68 and dedicated a Gaume Marti Valls, afectuosament (lower right) brush and ink and gouache on paper 21.1 by 27.8cm., 8 1/4 by 11in. Provenance Gaume Marti Valls (a gift from the artist) Galeria Joan Prats, Madrid Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1985 Exhibited Madrid, Galeria Joan Prats, VII Premio de Dibujo Joan MirĂ³ , 1968 Condition Executed on cream wove paper, laid down on card, attached to the mount at all four corners. There is a small 0.5cm. sq. loss, possibly intrinsic to the work, to the red gouache cresent. Apart from some light handling marks and surface dirt at the periphery, this work is in 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."