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Provenance

Collection particulière, Italie Condition Colours:<br>The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although they are brighter and more vivid in the original. They are very well conserved and fresh.<br><br>Condition:<br>The work is realised on a kraft paper sheet and is not laid down.<br><br>The sheet of paper is undulated and relates to the artist's process. Upon close inspection, three creases are visible : first (approximatealy 5 cm long, localised in the upper right quadrant), second (approximately 3 cm long, localised in the upper center part of the sheet), third (approximately 5 cm long, localised in the lower left quadrant). One discoloration is visible (approx 1 cm long, localised in the upper left quadrant). The work is 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; gouache on paper. Executed in 1962.

Catalog summary

Gaston Chaissac Composition signé gouache sur papier 49,5 x 64,5 cm; 19 1/2 x 25 3/8 in. Exécuté en 1962. Provenance Collection particulière, Italie Condition Colours:<br>The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although they are brighter and more vivid in the original. They are very well conserved and fresh.<br><br>Condition:<br>The work is realised on a kraft paper sheet and is not laid down.<br><br>The sheet of paper is undulated and relates to the artist's process. Upon close inspection, three creases are visible : first (approximatealy 5 cm long, localised in the upper right quadrant), second (approximately 3 cm long, localised in the upper center part of the sheet), third (approximately 5 cm long, localised in the lower left quadrant). One discoloration is visible (approx 1 cm long, localised in the upper left quadrant). The work is 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; gouache on paper. Executed in 1962.