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Exhibited

Paris, Galerie Jacques Bailly, André Masson : Pastels-Dessins , 1989, no. 7 Condition Please note that measurements in inches are incomplete in the printed catalogue and should read 18 1/8 x 14 3/4 in.<br>Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. Taped to the overmount along the edges. There are 4 artists pinholes in the corners. Apart from very minor spots of foxing in the lower right corner and some very light time-staining this work is in very good original 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. 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 titled 'Prométhée' (on the reverse), ink and pastel on paper. Executed in 1944.

Catalog summary

André Masson PROMÉTHÉE titré Prométhée (au dos) pastel et encre sur papier 37,5 x 46 cm 18 1/8 x 14 3/4 in. Exhibited Paris, Galerie Jacques Bailly, André Masson : Pastels-Dessins , 1989, no. 7 Condition Please note that measurements in inches are incomplete in the printed catalogue and should read 18 1/8 x 14 3/4 in.<br>Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. Taped to the overmount along the edges. There are 4 artists pinholes in the corners. Apart from very minor spots of foxing in the lower right corner and some very light time-staining this work is in very good original 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. 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 titled 'Prométhée' (on the reverse), ink and pastel on paper. Executed in 1944.