Lot 176: AMÉDÉE OZENFANT | Nature morte, tabagie

oil on canvas

73.4 x 60.2 cm; 28 7/8 x 23 5/8 in.

oil on canvas

The canvas is not lined. There are a few flecks of paint loss along upper and lower edges and some light frame rubbing in places. The canvas is undulating at the upper and lower right corners. There is a tiny surface nick to the lower part of the left edge. There is a light diagonal surface scratch towards the centre of the lower edge only visible on a raking light. There is a little spot of retouching to the centre of the composition and a small line towards the upper right corner. 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."

Pierre and Margaret Guénégan, Amédée Ozenfant 1886-1966, Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre peint, St Alban, 2012, no. 1960/011, illustrated p. 526

Sale: Christie's, London, April 4, 1989, lot 198
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt