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Provenance

Private Collection, Paris (acquired in the 1990s) Condition This work is in good condition. Some hairline scratches across the surface of the paper, some in line with the artists creative process other due to handling. Some faint watermarks on the upper right corner, across the lower edge and on the lower left corner tip. The canvas is slightly slack. <br><br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are accurate, with the overall tonality being slightly softer and the reds tending more towards dark orange then vivid red in the original work. "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

Jilali Gharbaoui Composition signed and dated 1967 Gharbaoui lower left oil and watercolour on paper laid on canvas 54.5 by 77.5cm ; 21 1/2 by 30 1/2 in. Provenance Private Collection, Paris (acquired in the 1990s) Condition This work is in good condition. Some hairline scratches across the surface of the paper, some in line with the artists creative process other due to handling. Some faint watermarks on the upper right corner, across the lower edge and on the lower left corner tip. The canvas is slightly slack. <br><br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are accurate, with the overall tonality being slightly softer and the reds tending more towards dark orange then vivid red in the original work. "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."