Bernard Buffet
L'ÉGLISE , 1955 (Executed)
Lot #427 |
2012-02-09 |
Sotheby's, London
L12005
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
GBP 35,000 - 45,000 (currency of sale)
USD 55,475 - 71,325 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L12005
Auction name: L12005
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2012-02-09
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: 20th Century French Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 92 by 60.5cm., 36 1/4 by 23 7/8 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
92
Width In Centimeters:
60.5
Height In Inches:
36.22
Width In Inches:
23.228
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Year notes: Executed in 1955.
Provenance
Galerie Drouant-David, Paris Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1955
Exhibited
London, Arthur Tooth & Sons, Bernard Buffet. Peintures 1954-55 , 1955, no. 19 Condition The canvas is not lined and there is no evidence of retouching under UV light. There are artist's pinholes to all four corners. This work is in overall very 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
Bernard Buffet L'ÉGLISE signed Bernard Buffet and dated 55 (upper left) oil on canvas 92 by 60.5cm., 36 1/4 by 23 7/8 in. Provenance Galerie Drouant-David, Paris Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1955 Exhibited London, Arthur Tooth & Sons, Bernard Buffet. Peintures 1954-55 , 1955, no. 19 Condition The canvas is not lined and there is no evidence of retouching under UV light. There are artist's pinholes to all four corners. This work is in overall very 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."