Details

Provenance

Galerie Simon, Paris Studio Marconi, Milan

Exhibited

Paris, Galerie Jean-Jacques Dutko, André Masson - Œuvres de 1923-1972 , 1985, no. 2 Paris, Centre d'Art Plastique Contemporain Artcurial, André Masson - Mythes et chimères , 1986, no. 1 (intitulé Nature morte )

Literature

Guite Masson, Martin Masson & Catherine Lœwer, André Masson. Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre peint 1919-1941 , Paris 2010, vol. I : 1919-1929, no. 1923*58, reproduit p. 163 Condition The canvas is not lined. There is no evidence of retouching visible under UV light. This work is in excellent 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 signed 'André Masson' (lower left), oil on canvas. Painted in 1923.

Catalog summary

André Masson LES POISSONS signé André Masson (en bas à gauche) huile sur toile 61 x 50 cm 24 x 19 5/8 in. Provenance Galerie Simon, Paris Studio Marconi, Milan Exhibited Paris, Galerie Jean-Jacques Dutko, André Masson - Œuvres de 1923-1972 , 1985, no. 2 Paris, Centre d'Art Plastique Contemporain Artcurial, André Masson - Mythes et chimères , 1986, no. 1 (intitulé Nature morte ) Literature Guite Masson, Martin Masson & Catherine Lœwer, André Masson. Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre peint 1919-1941 , Paris 2010, vol. I : 1919-1929, no. 1923*58, reproduit p. 163 Condition The canvas is not lined. There is no evidence of retouching visible under UV light. This work is in excellent 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 signed 'André Masson' (lower left), oil on canvas. Painted in 1923.