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Provenance

Dr. Albert Soubies, Paris (and sold by the estate: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, June 14, 1928, lot 36) Private Collection, Europe Galerie Taménaga, Paris & Tokyo Acquired from the above circa 1980s

Literature

Adolphe Basler, Derain , Paris, 1931, illustrated p. 4 Pierre Cabanne, A. Derain , Paris, 1990, illustrated p. 93 Michel Kellermann , André Derain, Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre peint, 1915-1934 , vol. II, Paris, 1996, no. 907, illustrated p. 147 Condition The canvas is not lined. There is some minor frame abrasion along the top edge. There is some very minor pigment shrinkage in the black pigments of the composition. Under UV inspection, a thick layer of varnish makes the reading difficult. There are strokes of inapinting between the figure's inner thighs. There is a stroke of inpainting measuring two inches in length in the black pigment to the right of the figure's proper left thumb. There are minor strokes of inpainting on the figure's proper left calf. There is a stroke of inpainting measuring one inch in length in the black outline along the figure's proper right thigh. The work is in good condition. 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

Description André Derain Nu assis Signed a derain (lower right) Oil on canvas 23 5/8 by 19 3/4 in. 60 by 50.2 cm Painted circa 1922-23. Provenance Dr. Albert Soubies, Paris (and sold by the estate: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, June 14, 1928, lot 36) Private Collection, Europe Galerie Taménaga, Paris & Tokyo Acquired from the above circa 1980s Literature Adolphe Basler, Derain , Paris, 1931, illustrated p. 4 Pierre Cabanne, A. Derain , Paris, 1990, illustrated p. 93 Michel Kellermann , André Derain, Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre peint, 1915-1934 , vol. II, Paris, 1996, no. 907, illustrated p. 147 Condition The canvas is not lined. There is some minor frame abrasion along the top edge. There is some very minor pigment shrinkage in the black pigments of the composition. Under UV inspection, a thick layer of varnish makes the reading difficult. There are strokes of inapinting between the figure's inner thighs. There is a stroke of inpainting measuring two inches in length in the black pigment to the right of the figure's proper left thumb. There are minor strokes of inpainting on the figure's proper left calf. There is a stroke of inpainting measuring one inch in length in the black outline along the figure's proper right thigh. The work is in good condition. 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.