Details

Provenance

Galerie Georges Giroux, Brussels Max Gevers, Antwerp Baron de Schaetzen, Brussels The Swetzoff Gallery, Boston (acquired by 1959) Maurice Keitelman Gallery, Brussels Willy A. d'Huysser Gallery, Brussels Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1986

Exhibited

Brussels, Palais des Beaux Arts, Rétrospective James Ensor , 1929, no. 38 Brussels, Galerie Georges Giroux, Exposition Hommage à James Ensor , 1945, no. 129 New York, Feigl Gallery, 10 Oil paintings

Literature

Xavier Tricot, James Ensor, Catalogue raisonné of the Paintings , Antwerp, 1992, vol. II, no. 395, illustrated p. 534 Condition The canvas is not lined. There is a thin layer of varnish with some spots of discolouration. UV examination reveals a 2mm spot of retouching to the right of the second leftmost figure on state, a fine line to the right of her proper left arm, a 5mm spot of retouching to the cheek of the leftmost dancer. There is some light frame rubbing to the edges. The corners of the canvas on the right have been stretched resulting in small tears, not visible when framed and away from the image. Otherwise, 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."

Catalog summary

James Ensor Les Gillettes signed Enso r and dated 1928 (lower right) oil on canvas 61 by 75.5cm., 24 by 29¾in. Provenance Galerie Georges Giroux, Brussels Max Gevers, Antwerp Baron de Schaetzen, Brussels The Swetzoff Gallery, Boston (acquired by 1959) Maurice Keitelman Gallery, Brussels Willy A. d'Huysser Gallery, Brussels Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1986 Exhibited Brussels, Palais des Beaux Arts, Rétrospective James Ensor , 1929, no. 38 Brussels, Galerie Georges Giroux, Exposition Hommage à James Ensor , 1945, no. 129 New York, Feigl Gallery, 10 Oil paintings exhibited for the first time in the United States: James Ensor, 1953, no. 9 Boston, Swetzoff Gallery, James Ensor, Drawings, Paintings , 1959, no. 7 Ferrara, Palazzo Massari, Gallerie Civiche d'Arte Moderna, James Ensor , 1986, no. 15 Literature Xavier Tricot, James Ensor, Catalogue raisonné of the Paintings , Antwerp, 1992, vol. II, no. 395, illustrated p. 534 Condition The canvas is not lined. There is a thin layer of varnish with some spots of discolouration. UV examination reveals a 2mm spot of retouching to the right of the second leftmost figure on state, a fine line to the right of her proper left arm, a 5mm spot of retouching to the cheek of the leftmost dancer. There is some light frame rubbing to the edges. The corners of the canvas on the right have been stretched resulting in small tears, not visible when framed and away from the image. Otherwise, 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."