Fernand Toussaint
Pensive
Lot #764 |
2018-02-01 |
Sotheby's, New York
Fine Old Master & 19th Century European Art
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
USD 20,000 - 30,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N09814
Auction name: Fine Old Master & 19th Century European Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2018-02-01
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: 19th Century European Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 1/4 by 31 1/2 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
99.7
Width In Centimeters:
80
Height In Inches:
39.25
Width In Inches:
31.5
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Edition: 4
Edition notes: Edition 1/4.
Provenance
Galerie Maghera, Paris Acquired from the above in 1998 Condition This work is in original unlined condition. Drying cracks and craquelure are visible on the yellow wall and the white door frame and there is minor discoloration along the upper extreme edge. Under UV: the work fluoresces eccentrically but there are no apparent retouches. 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 Toussaint Pensive signed F Toussaint (lower left) oil on canvas 39 1/4 by 31 1/2 in. 99.7 by 80 cm Provenance Galerie Maghera, Paris Acquired from the above in 1998 Condition This work is in original unlined condition. Drying cracks and craquelure are visible on the yellow wall and the white door frame and there is minor discoloration along the upper extreme edge. Under UV: the work fluoresces eccentrically but there are no apparent retouches. 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.