Details

Provenance

Vente : Hôtel Rameau, Versailles, 24 octobre 1976, lot 45 Vente : Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 15 juin 1981, lot 133 Vente : Finarte, Milan, 11 octobre 2005, lot 419 Collection particulière, Italie

Exhibited

Genève, Petit Palais, De Renoir à Chagall , 1982, no. 433

Literature

Maria Lluïsa Borràs, Picabia , Paris, 1985, no. 1020, reproduit p. 468 Condition A close inspection reveals some scattered stable flattened hairline craquelures and shrinkage as well as some tiny spots of paint-loss towards the lower edge and in the upper right quadrant. There is also some very faint evidence of old frame-rubbing and minor superficial scratches along the edges. Examination under UV light reveals some scattered areas of old retouching, mostly in the lower part of the composition. This work remains 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. 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 'Francis Picabia' and dated '1946' (lower right), oil and pastel on paper laid down on canvas. Painted in 1946.

Catalog summary

Francis Picabia COMPOSITION signé Francis Picabia et daté 1946 (en bas à droite) huile sur carton marouflé sur toile 92 x 73 cm 36 1/4 x 28 3/4 in. Provenance Vente : Hôtel Rameau, Versailles, 24 octobre 1976, lot 45 Vente : Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 15 juin 1981, lot 133 Vente : Finarte, Milan, 11 octobre 2005, lot 419 Collection particulière, Italie Exhibited Genève, Petit Palais, De Renoir à Chagall , 1982, no. 433 Literature Maria Lluïsa Borràs, Picabia , Paris, 1985, no. 1020, reproduit p. 468 Condition A close inspection reveals some scattered stable flattened hairline craquelures and shrinkage as well as some tiny spots of paint-loss towards the lower edge and in the upper right quadrant. There is also some very faint evidence of old frame-rubbing and minor superficial scratches along the edges. Examination under UV light reveals some scattered areas of old retouching, mostly in the lower part of the composition. This work remains 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. 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 'Francis Picabia' and dated '1946' (lower right), oil and pastel on paper laid down on canvas. Painted in 1946.