Details

Provenance

Galerie Simon, Paris Wildenstein & Co., London (acquired by early 1936) Private Collection

Exhibited

London, Wildenstein & Co., Exhibition of Works by André Masson , 1936, no. 1

Literature

Jean-Paul Clébert, Mythologie d'André Masson , Geneva, 1971, no. 77 Guite Masson, Martin Masson & Catherine Loewer, André Masson, Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre peint 1919-1941 , vol. II, Vaumarcus, 2010, no. 1933.8, illustrated p. 161 Condition The work is in excellent condition and the canvas has not been lined. A little surface dirt is visible. Under UV light: certain pigments fluoresce but 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 La moisson Signed A ndré Masson and dated 33 (lower left) Oil on canvas 35 by 51 1/2 in. 88.9 by 130.8 cm Provenance Galerie Simon, Paris Wildenstein & Co., London (acquired by early 1936) Private Collection Exhibited London, Wildenstein & Co., Exhibition of Works by André Masson , 1936, no. 1 Literature Jean-Paul Clébert, Mythologie d'André Masson , Geneva, 1971, no. 77 Guite Masson, Martin Masson & Catherine Loewer, André Masson, Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre peint 1919-1941 , vol. II, Vaumarcus, 2010, no. 1933.8, illustrated p. 161 Condition The work is in excellent condition and the canvas has not been lined. A little surface dirt is visible. Under UV light: certain pigments fluoresce but 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.