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Provenance

The artist's studio Galerie Berggruen, Paris Galerie Ariel, Paris Pace Gallery, New York Hirsch & Adler Galleries, New York Private Collection, Paris Galerie 1900-2000, Paris Galerie Melki, Paris James Goodman Gallery, New York (acquired by 1986) Waddington Galleries, London (acquired by 1993) Private Collection (acquired from the above and sold: Christie’s, London, February 10, 2005, lot 631) Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Exhibited

New York, James Goodman Gallery, 6 Artists in 3 Forms - Part II , 1986, no. 15 London, Waddington Galleries, Works on Paper and Sculpture , 1993, no. 15 Condition In good condition. The blue is lighter and brighter than pictured in the printed catalogue and the sheet is tonally more beige and warmer in person. The sheet is hinge mounted affixed to a mount at upper left and right corner on verso. Several small tears are visible in the upper left corner. Center lower edge has a tear approximately 1 inch in length. Artist's pinholes are visible in center top portion along the center edge of work. A water stain is faintly visible on the lower right corner. Fox marks have become discolored. Mat slightly stained from previous frame. A watermark is prominently visible along the bottom edge of the work. Colors are fresh and vibrant. 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

Fernand Léger Composition Signed with the initials F.L. and dated 20 (lower right) Watercolor, pen and ink and pencil on paper 18 3/4 by 12 1/4 in. 47.5 by 31.2 cm Provenance The artist's studio Galerie Berggruen, Paris Galerie Ariel, Paris Pace Gallery, New York Hirsch & Adler Galleries, New York Private Collection, Paris Galerie 1900-2000, Paris Galerie Melki, Paris James Goodman Gallery, New York (acquired by 1986) Waddington Galleries, London (acquired by 1993) Private Collection (acquired from the above and sold: Christie’s, London, February 10, 2005, lot 631) Acquired at the above sale by the present owner Exhibited New York, James Goodman Gallery, 6 Artists in 3 Forms - Part II , 1986, no. 15 London, Waddington Galleries, Works on Paper and Sculpture , 1993, no. 15 Condition In good condition. The blue is lighter and brighter than pictured in the printed catalogue and the sheet is tonally more beige and warmer in person. The sheet is hinge mounted affixed to a mount at upper left and right corner on verso. Several small tears are visible in the upper left corner. Center lower edge has a tear approximately 1 inch in length. Artist's pinholes are visible in center top portion along the center edge of work. A water stain is faintly visible on the lower right corner. Fox marks have become discolored. Mat slightly stained from previous frame. A watermark is prominently visible along the bottom edge of the work. Colors are fresh and vibrant. 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.