Details

Provenance

Atelier de l'artiste, Paris Collection particulière, Paris

Exhibited

Paris, Musée de la Poste, Mathieu, Peintures récentes et Travaux graphiques , 15 novembre-14 décembre 1980; catalogue, no.248 Brives, Théâtre municipal, Quelques aspects récents de l'Oeuvre peint de Georges Mathieu 1976-1984 , 27 juin-16 septembre 1984; catalogue, no.6

Literature

Georges Mathieu, Mathieu, 50 ans de création, Paris, Editions Hervas, 2003, p.468, illustré en couleurs (détail) Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the overall tonality is lighter in the original work. The image does not convey the texture and richness of the impasto.<br>The work is on its original canvas and is not relined.<br>A tiny lack of painting is visible under close inspection in the middle of the left edge.<br>Under UV light, there is no evidence of any retouching.<br>This work is in excellent 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."

Catalog summary

Georges Mathieu ZACON signé et daté 79 ; titré et inscrit sur le châssis au dos huile sur toile 97 x 195 cm; 38 3/16 x 79 3/4 in. Provenance Atelier de l'artiste, Paris Collection particulière, Paris Exhibited Paris, Musée de la Poste, Mathieu, Peintures récentes et Travaux graphiques , 15 novembre-14 décembre 1980; catalogue, no.248 Brives, Théâtre municipal, Quelques aspects récents de l'Oeuvre peint de Georges Mathieu 1976-1984 , 27 juin-16 septembre 1984; catalogue, no.6 Literature Georges Mathieu, Mathieu, 50 ans de création, Paris, Editions Hervas, 2003, p.468, illustré en couleurs (détail) Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the overall tonality is lighter in the original work. The image does not convey the texture and richness of the impasto.<br>The work is on its original canvas and is not relined.<br>A tiny lack of painting is visible under close inspection in the middle of the left edge.<br>Under UV light, there is no evidence of any retouching.<br>This work is in excellent 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."