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Provenance

Galerie Ariel, Paris Private Collection, New York Condition This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There are a few areas of scattered craquelure. One area in particular is about a 12 inches from the bottom near the left, is visibly lifting. There is some craquelure and very minor pigment losses at the pull margins. The top center edge has some gold accretions. There is a faint vertical scratch in the upper right. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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

Albert Bitran Les Dunes signed and dated 58; signed, titled and dated 58 on the reverse oil on canvas 59 by 19 5/8 in. 149.9 by 50 cm. Provenance Galerie Ariel, Paris Private Collection, New York Condition This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There are a few areas of scattered craquelure. One area in particular is about a 12 inches from the bottom near the left, is visibly lifting. There is some craquelure and very minor pigment losses at the pull margins. The top center edge has some gold accretions. There is a faint vertical scratch in the upper right. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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.