André Masson
Éclosion
Lot #403 |
2007-11-08 |
Sotheby's, New York
Impressionist & Modern Art Day Sale
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
USD 80,000 - 120,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08360
Auction name: Impressionist & Modern Art Day Sale
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2007-11-08
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Surrealism
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 21 3/4 by 18 1/8 in. 55.3 by 46 cm
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
55.3
Width In Centimeters:
46
Height In Inches:
21.875
Width In Inches:
18.125
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Provenance
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris Richard Feigen Gallery, Chicago Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
London, Marlborough Fine Art, André Masson, Retrospective Exhibition , 1958, no. 18 Condition Excellent condition. Original canvas. Surface is slightly dirty. Under UV light, no inpainting is apparent. 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.
Catalog summary
André Masson Éclosion Signed andré Masson (lower left) Oil on canvas 21 3/4 by 18 1/8 in. 55.3 by 46 cm Provenance Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris Richard Feigen Gallery, Chicago Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibited London, Marlborough Fine Art, André Masson, Retrospective Exhibition , 1958, no. 18 Condition Excellent condition. Original canvas. Surface is slightly dirty. Under UV light, no inpainting is apparent. 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.