Details

Provenance

Galerie Maurice Garnier, Paris Acquis du précedent par l'actuel propriétaire en 1962

Literature

Yann Le Pichon et Maurice Garnier, Bernard Buffet , Paris, 1986, vol. 1, no. 349, illustré pp. 378-379 Condition The canvas is not lined. Under UV light, there is evidence of several scattered retouchings located mostly near the horizon line and in the upper left quadrant. "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 'Bernard Buffet' and dated '56' upper left, oil on canvas. Painted in 1956.

Catalog summary

Bernard Buffet LA PLAGE signé Bernard Buffet et daté 56 en haut à gauche huile sur toile 114 x 198 cm; 44 7/8 x 78 in. Provenance Galerie Maurice Garnier, Paris Acquis du précedent par l'actuel propriétaire en 1962 Literature Yann Le Pichon et Maurice Garnier, Bernard Buffet , Paris, 1986, vol. 1, no. 349, illustré pp. 378-379 Condition The canvas is not lined. Under UV light, there is evidence of several scattered retouchings located mostly near the horizon line and in the upper left quadrant. "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 'Bernard Buffet' and dated '56' upper left, oil on canvas. Painted in 1956.