Details

Provenance

Fernand C. Graindorge, Liège Collection particulière, Belgique

Exhibited

Bâle, Galerie Melki, Paris vers les années 50 - Et à propos de quelques artistes informels, 1976, no.14 Condition Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the white in the background tends towards cream and the red towards indian-pink in the original. The overall tonality is more vivid in the original.<br><br>Condition: The work is in very good condition. No restoration is apparent under ultraviolet light. "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 ans dated ; ink and gouache on paper. Executed in 1961.

Catalog summary

Georges Mathieu Composition rouge signé et daté gouache et encre de Chine sur papier 78 x 58,5 cm ; 30 11/16 x 23 in. Exécuté en 1961. Provenance Fernand C. Graindorge, Liège Collection particulière, Belgique Exhibited Bâle, Galerie Melki, Paris vers les années 50 - Et à propos de quelques artistes informels, 1976, no.14 Condition Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the white in the background tends towards cream and the red towards indian-pink in the original. The overall tonality is more vivid in the original.<br><br>Condition: The work is in very good condition. No restoration is apparent under ultraviolet light. "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 ans dated ; ink and gouache on paper. Executed in 1961.