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Bernard Buffet La Rue signed Bernard Buffet and dated 55 (upper left); backing bearing remnant of a sheet inscribed dessin original sur calque "La Rue" pencil on paper laid on board sheet: 19 3/4 by 25 7/8 in. 50 by 65.8 cm. Condition sheet laid on board, some smudging, scattered small surface abrasions, some touched up, a few scattered creases, repaired 5 inch tear to upper right corner, repaired 1 inch tear to right of bottom edge, repaired 2 inch tear to center of right edge 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. Catalogue Note This work on "calque" or tracing paper was used in preparation for the drypoint etching La Rue (See Gerhard F. Reinz, Bernard Buffet, Gravures/Engravings/Radierungen 1948-1967 , Paris, 1967, no. 181, p. 48 for the etching).