Details

Provenance

Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris Saidenberg Gallery, New York Galleria Schwarz, Milan Acquis du précédent par le propriétaire actuel en mars 1972

Exhibited

Milan, Galleria Schwarz, André Masson , 1970, no. 15 Turin, Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna, 7 o mostra Pittori d'Oggi Francia-Italia Milan, Galleria Arte 92, André Masson , 1990, no. 8, illustré p. 34 Condition The canvas is unlined. There is a slight waviness to the corners. There is a slight frame rubbing along the edges with associated minor paintlosses. There is no evidence of retouching under UV light. This work is in very 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 'André Masson' (lower left); titled 'Talus' and dated '1955' (on the stretcher), oil on canvas. Painted in 1955. Fig. 1,  André Masson photographié en 1960

Catalog summary

André Masson TALUS signé André Masson (en bas à gauche); titré et daté 1955 (sur le châssis) huile sur toile 82 x 100 cm; 32 1/4 x 39 3/8 in. Provenance Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris Saidenberg Gallery, New York Galleria Schwarz, Milan Acquis du précédent par le propriétaire actuel en mars 1972 Exhibited Milan, Galleria Schwarz, André Masson , 1970, no. 15 Turin, Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna, 7 o mostra Pittori d'Oggi Francia-Italia Milan, Galleria Arte 92, André Masson , 1990, no. 8, illustré p. 34 Condition The canvas is unlined. There is a slight waviness to the corners. There is a slight frame rubbing along the edges with associated minor paintlosses. There is no evidence of retouching under UV light. This work is in very 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 'André Masson' (lower left); titled 'Talus' and dated '1955' (on the stretcher), oil on canvas. Painted in 1955. Fig. 1,  André Masson photographié en 1960