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Provenance

Galerie Dupont, Lille Collection particulière, Croix Transmis par descendance au propriétaire actuel Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is warmer in the original.<br><br>The work is executed on an ivory wove paper laid down to the cardboard mount. Stable foxing spots and some areas of ink discolouration are visible on the sheet of paper.<br><br>The work is in good conditon. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note signed and dated; coloured inks on paper. Executed in 1958.

Catalog summary

Georges Mathieu Composition signé et daté encres de couleurs sur papier d'Arches 56 x 76,5 cm; 22 1/16 x 30 1/8 in. Exécuté en 1958. Provenance Galerie Dupont, Lille Collection particulière, Croix Transmis par descendance au propriétaire actuel Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is warmer in the original.<br><br>The work is executed on an ivory wove paper laid down to the cardboard mount. Stable foxing spots and some areas of ink discolouration are visible on the sheet of paper.<br><br>The work is in good conditon. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note signed and dated; coloured inks on paper. Executed in 1958.